PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

Southbridge Care Homes; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Ontario is seeking a Personal Support Worker (PSW) for a part-time position. Responsibilities include providing direct care to residents, assisting with daily activities, and offering emotional support. Qualifying candidates should have completed a recognized PSW program with hands-on experience. The role demands strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about improving the quality of life for others.

Qualifications

• Completed a PSW Program that is minimum 600 hours including practical experience.
• Experience in long-term care is an asset.
• Knowledge of care planning systems and documentation is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for residents including feeding, bathing, and grooming.
• Encourage participation in activities and assist in emotional support.
• Adhere to policies on documentation and infection control.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy and concern for residents

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Completed PSW Program meeting standards

Job description

Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Southbridge Lakehead

Thunder Bay, ON

Permanent, Part Time

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing direct care for residents; assists with ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming.
• Encourages participation in activity programs by assisting residents to and from activities.
• Assists with meal service and nourishment delivery to residents and provides feeding assistance as required.
• Provides emotional and social support to residents/families including palliative care.
• Adheres to established departmental polices and procedures regarding documentation, quality assurance, fire, safety, environment and infection control.
• Consults with and informs supervisor of unit activities, needs and matters related to resident care.
• Participates in care conferences and documentation related to resident care plans.

Qualifications

• Completed a PSW Program that meets the appropriate standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, the National Association of Career Colleges, or the Ontario Community Support Association and must be a minimum of 600 hours in duration (including class time and practical experience time)
• Experience in long‑term care an asset
• Knowledge and experience in care planning systems and documentation required
• Mentally and physically able to perform duties as assigned
• Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents and families
• Demonstrates empathy, concern and interest in providing quality care and service to residents
• Demonstrates organizational skills and ability to complete assignments in a timely fashion
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to provide resident care in accordance with application legislation, job routines, nursing care plans, ability to read and write English and understand verbal and written instructions in English.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in working as part of our team! Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If interested please apply through this posting.

Southbridge Care Homes welcomes those applicants with disability related needs and those who have a need for accommodation in the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling of an interview.