Personal Support Worker

SE Health; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals in the community. This part-time role as a Personal Support Worker offers the chance to make a significant impact while enjoying competitive compensation and a supportive work environment. With flexible scheduling and opportunities for professional development, you will be empowered to grow your career. The organization values its staff, providing comprehensive training and resources to ensure you deliver the best possible care. If you are passionate about helping others and seek a fulfilling career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid travel time

Mobile device provided

Uniforms provided

Tuition Assistance Programs

Education bursaries

Flexible scheduling

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Valid PSW certificate required for the position.
• Commitment to 12 months of employment at a full-time schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal support and care to clients in their homes.
• Ensure safety and well-being of clients during care.

Skills

Personal Support Worker Certification

Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

CPR Certification

Immunization Record

Education

Ontario PSW Training Program

Developmental Support Worker Certificate

Nursing Degree

Job description

We are currently hiring Part-Time Personal Support Workers (PSW) for Barrhaven, Nepean Community Care

Drive Your Career Forward with Us – We'll Cover Your Mileage and Travel Time

Great benefits and a team that supports your goals)

“SE Health really cares about their personal support care staff. They listen; ask for my opinion; and always collaborate with us. A recent increase in wages and benefits make this the best place to deliver care in my community.” – Allison, 15 years at SE Health.

Return of Service (ROS):$10,000 to recent PSW graduates in exchange for a 12-month commitment to work full-time in a long-term care home or within the community

Why join our team?

• Competitive Compensation. Our Total Rewards package includes a competitive salary, group benefits, RRSP pension, and exclusive perks/discounts available only to SE Health staff.
• Develop yourself with SE.We have education bursaries, Tuition Assistance Programs, continuing education, training, and professional development to support your life-long learning. You’ll benefit from our orientation and mentorship programs. Our clinical practice and nursing teams will support you with comprehensive care plans and modern models of care that will mean you’ll always be supported to provide the best possible care to your clients.
• Grow your career. SE health is a large national organization with diverse healthcare business lines. You’ll have an opportunity – and will be supported – to do different types of roles in different locations if that is what you’re interested in. Or you can pivot to supporting or leadership positions where you can use your skills to contribute and make an impact in different ways.
• Manage your life. At SE, you’ll have the flexibility to manage your schedule to balance your life. You’ll be supported with the time you need to meet the needs of your clients, meet your own needs, develop yourself and your career, and to be part of a team.
• Paid travel time, between clients.
• Mobile device and 3 uniforms provided.

Qualifications accepted to work as a PSW:

• Valid Certificate as a Personal Support Worker (PSW)
• RN or RPN
• Nursing student (2 clinical placements completed)
• Valid Developmental Support Worker Certificate
• Foreign trained healthcare professional - Nurse

Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license and vehicle.
• Current immunization record (TB test completed within the past 12 months) is required upon hire.
• Current vulnerable sector check screening is required upon hire.
• Current Standard CPR level C certificate and FA if applicable
• Availability to work days OR evenings; including weekends.
• This is a physically demanding position and requires hand, arm and shoulder dexterity, sensory ability, lifting to a maximum of approximately fifty-five (55) pounds, walking, climbing stairs, standing, bending, reaching, and frequent movement
  

To be eligible for the PSW ROS, a Personal Support Worker must:

• Successfully complete an Ontario PSW training program at a publicly-assisted college, career college, district school board or Indigenous Institute that meets the 2022 program standard established by the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities, on or after April 1, 2023;
• Begin employment with a participating employer betweenApril 1, 2024andMarch 31, 2026; and
• Commit to 12 months of employment at a full-time work schedule offered by a participating employer.

OR Previous Graduates:

• Have previously trained as a PSW;
• For the past 12 months, have not worked in a role providing direct patient, client or resident care as part of an organization providing health care or long-term care services in Ontario;
• Begin employment with a participating employer betweenNovember 18, 2024andMarch 31, 2026; and
• Commit to 12 months of employment at a full-time work schedule offered by a participating employer.

At SE, we love what we do. Every day, we bring hope and happiness to clients, homes, and communities across Canada. We treat each person with dignity and love, like our own family; we build empathy; and we do the right thing. We are always inspired to make a difference. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we share knowledge, provide the best care, and help each client to realize their most meaningful goals for health and wellbeing.We are an inclusive workplace offering competitive pay, benefits, pension, and work life balance. We’re a great place to work, and we hope you’ll join our team.

In the interest of the health and safety of our patients/clients, employees, and greater good of public health, SE Health requires those that wish to work for this organization to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Fully vaccinated means a person has received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and it has been 14 days since the last dose.

SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] at your earliest convenience.