Personal Support Worker

Carekw; Guelph, Southwestern Ontario, Cambridge, Kitchener; On-site; CAD 24,617 - 35,060; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Continuing education and training programs

Mentorship opportunities

Health care Spending Account

Retirement Pension Plan

Job summary

CareKW in Guelph is seeking dedicated Personal Support Workers to join their team. The role involves providing essential support in personal care, mobility, and companionship within the community.

The position offers part-time hours with a pay rate of $21.66 per hour and includes benefits such as competitive wages and training programs. CareKW values a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• Certification in Personal Support Work is mandatory.
• Must have valid CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to follow client care plans is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Providing mobility and transfer assistance to clients.
• Offering companionship to clients.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent Patient service skills

Documentation skills

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Valid work/study permit

Current CPR/First Aid Certification

Clean Vulnerable Sector Screening

Up-to-date Immunization Records

Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA)

Non-Violence Crisis Intervention (NVCI)

Job description

Attention all Personal Support Workers, we have a position for you! PSW roles are available in a home/community setting in the KWC + Guelph area!

CareKW is a local healthcare company providing nursing, PSW, SSW, dietitian and therapy support within Southern Ontario. Our mission is building better lives and shaping our community with dynamic care and enriching careers.

CareKW is looking for skilled and reliable individuals to join our PSW team providing support in Community Setting.

Shift Details

• Location: Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph
• Pay rate: $21.66 per hour

Availability

• Hours based on your availability
• Part-time hours

The CareKW Difference

• Competitive wages
• Continuing education and training programs
• Mentorship opportunities
• Health care Spending Account
• Retirement Pension Plan

Personal Support Worker (PSW) Role

• Assistance with personal care, hygiene, and grooming
• Assisting clients with mobility, ambulation, and transfers
• Companionship
• More tasks to be assigned based on the patient needs

Personal Support Worker (PSW) Requirements

• Personal Support Worker Certificate (Required)
• Valid work/study permit (if applicable)
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification
• Clean Vulnerable Sector Screening (within 3 months of hire)
• Up-to-date Immunization Records (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B)
• Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) considered an asset
• Non-Violence Crisis Intervention (NVCI) considered an asset
• Documentation skills
• Ability to follow client care plan
• Strong communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent Patient service skills

New graduate applications are welcomed. While we thank all candidates who apply, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

CareKW is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants.

Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.