Personal Support Worker

ParaMed Home Health Care; Canada; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ottawa is seeking Personal Support Workers to join their team. The role includes providing support and companionship to clients in their homes. Candidates must have a PSW certificate or equivalent training, and a reliable vehicle. The position offers competitive pay rates, health benefits, and professional development opportunities. Interested applicants should submit their resume to the recruitment specialist.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Packages

Health and Dental Benefits

Paid Training/Orientation

Cell Phone for scheduling

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Lifelong Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• PSW Certificate, DSW Certificate, Nursing students, or equivalent healthcare training.
• Availability to work split shifts or days or evenings, and every other weekend.
• Reliable vehicle with insurance and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to clients in their homes.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for clients.

Skills

Bilingualism (English/French)

Availability for split shifts

Reliable vehicle

Education

PSW Certificate or equivalent healthcare training

Job description

ParaMed is currently seeking Personal Support Workers to join our dynamic team of caregivers. If you enjoy making people smile, we know you will love a career with ParaMed! We want you to join our team of spirited and fun-loving professionals as we support the neighbors in our community!

We offer:

• Competitive Compensation Packages to include competitive pay rates, travel (mileage and time) compensation
• A government-funded additional $3.00/hour temporary wage enhancement
• Paid Training/Orientation time
• Health and Dental Benefits (individual and family)
• Cell Phone provided for scheduling and communications
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Vulnerable Sector Search costs reimbursed
• TB Testing on-site at no charge
• Membership to Retail Discounts (Perkopolis) for shopping and more
• Lifelong Learning Opportunities and Professional Development
• Online E-learning - allows learning when its best for you

What you bring:

• Availability to work split shifts or days or evenings, and every other weekend
• PSW Certificate, DSW Certificate, Nursing students, International healthcare providers, or equivalent health care training
• Reliable vehicle with insurance and willingness to travel within your neighborhood
• Bilingualism (English/French) is preferred, but not mandatory

This is a Union Position: LiUNA Local 3000. Union Classification: PSS (Personal Support Services). Salary: LHIN funded PSS Rates as per the Collective Agreement. Location: City of Ottawa, ON.

Join us as we continue our 40 year tradition to help people live better and provide the most compassionate care possible! Join a winning team and let’s succeed together!

ParaMed is pleased to partner with the Ontario Health PSW Return-of-Service initiative which offers up to $5000 in incentives to eligible recent graduates who commit to working with ParaMed.

If you are interested in the position above, please submit your resume in confidence to Maha Dahche, Regional Recruitment Specialist by email [e-mail]

In Ontario, ParaMed accommodates the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation needs must be provided in advance. To discuss your needs, please contact the individual noted in the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer.