Part-Time Personal Support Worker — Meaningful Senior Care

Extendicare; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Growth opportunities

Employee Family Assistance Program

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a Part-Time Personal Support Worker in Ottawa to provide personal care and support to residents under supervision, following the plan of care and Extendicare standards.

You will assist with daily living activities, observe changes, and communicate with the care team while maintaining confidentiality and safety. A compassionate team environment and ongoing growth are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Personal Support Worker program (or provincial equivalent certificate program with minimum 600 hours in Ontario & Alberta of theory & practicum).
• Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting.
• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required.
• Ability to perform tasks such as lifting/transferring clients.
• Vulnerable Sector Check (within six months) or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the plan of care as determined by the supervisor.
• Assist with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Observe and report changes in residents' condition to supervisor.
• Elevate medical emergencies to supervisor or EMS as appropriate.
• Assist in preparing nutritious meals as required.
• Support ambulation, transfers, and use of adaptive aids.
• Provide cognitive, social, emotional and psychological support.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information and respond to concerns.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment and nursing equipment.
• Engage with other agencies as directed and attend trainings.

Skills

Strong written & oral communication

Organizational & time management

Interpersonal skills

Personal care duties knowledge

CPR & First Aid certification

Education

PSW program graduate (600 hours Ontario & Alberta)

Job description

Extendicare is seeking a Part-Time Personal Support Worker in Ottawa to provide personal care and support to residents under supervision, following the plan of care and Extendicare standards.

You will assist with daily living activities, observe changes, and communicate with the care team while maintaining confidentiality and safety. A compassionate team environment and ongoing growth are emphasized.