Home Support Worker Trainee

Closing the Gap Healthcare Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Toronto is relaunching its Home Support Worker program, offering comprehensive paid training and the chance to pave a career in healthcare. Ideal for those passionate about helping others, this role includes support with daily routines and participation in a multi-disciplinary care team. Full-time availability and a valid driver's license are required, along with a commitment to a caring workplace culture. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Paid virtual classroom training

On-the-job training

Competitive pay

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

RRSP matching program

Caring workplace culture

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to work in healthcare.
• Passion for helping others.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Screening check.
• Full-time availability for the entire 10-week training period.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily routines like bathing and dressing.
• Receive training in household management and safe mobility practices.
• Build confidence in basic health assessments and reporting.
• Become a trusted member of a multi-disciplinary care team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Ability to help others

Digital navigation

Job description

ClosingtheGapHealthcare(CTG)isdedicatedtoprovidingCanadianswiththehighestlevelofcareacrossawiderangeofhome-based and community-setting services. As a leader in the home- andcommunitycareindustry,CTGispioneeringa one-of-a-kind paid healthcare educationprogram.

We are excited to be relaunching our veryownHomeSupportWorkerprogramforthe4th year in a row.Thisprogramisagreatentrypointintothehealthcarefield,offering paidvirtual classroomtraining , hands-onexperience , and potential employment opportunities upon completion.

Location : This position is based in East Toronto, ON and will include travel within the area.

What is this program all about?

You will :

• Learnthevalueandimpactofhomecare in the community
• Supportindividualswithdailyroutineslikebathing,dressing,eating,and personal hygiene and peri-care.
• Receivetraininginhouseholdmanagement,andsafemobility practices
• Buildconfidenceinbasichealthassessments and reporting
• Becomeatrustedmemberofamulti-disciplinarycare team

If you :

• Areyou interested in a healthcare career but unsure where to start?
• Are passionate to help others
• Communicateclearlyandlistenwell
• Comfortable navigating mobile devices and digital tools with ease.
• Likebeingontheroadandworkingindependently
• Thriveinaflexibleanddynamicenvironment
• Areyoulookingforajobthatbrings purpose and connection ?

…then this program could be a perfect fit!

What’s in it for you?

• 5 weeks of paid virtual classroom training
• hours of paid on-the-job training
• Pathway to a healthcare career with potential job prospects at CTG and beyond
• Competitivepayand comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP matchingprogram
• A caring culture focused on recognition,excellence,andcompassion

What qualifications are needed to be successful?

• A genuine desire to work in healthcare
• A passion for helping others
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• A clear Vulnerable Sector Screening check
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to connect with a variety of individuals
• Full-time availability for the entire 10- week training period

This program is in partnership with theOntarioMinistryofLabour,Immigration,TrainingandSkillsDevelopmentSkillsFund, GovernmentofCanada,andtheGovernmentof Ontario.

Who are we?

Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) isproudtobeaCanadian-owned,award-winning, fully accredited, andgovernment(MinistryofHealth)fundedorganization.

Wearededicatedtoprovidingpeopleofallagesthehighestlevelofcareacrossawide range of home-based and clinichealthcareservices.Everythingwedoisbased on ethical principles andcompassion,togetherwithour commitment to meet the highest practice standards. We are, in every way, A Team Made for Caring™.

The Not so Fine Print :

We are excited you are considering applying to become a valued member of our “Team Made for Caring”.

This position is open to individuals who are eligible to work in Canada, and who meet all the essential requirements stated above. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under the CTG Accessibility policy.

Closing the Gap is committed to a high- quality and safe environment for our team members and clients / families. At Closing the Gap, we strongly encourage all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza as unvaccinated team members put themselves, co- workers, their clients, their client’s families, and CTG’s communities at unnecessary risk.

Closing the Gap is committed to the success of all its team members. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at at your earliest convenience.

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