Personal Support Worker

ComForCare; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading home care service provider in Ottawa is seeking caring and compassionate Personal Support Workers (PSW). The role involves assisting clients with daily activities, providing support with mobility, and planning meals. Ideal candidates must have a Personal Support Certificate and flexible availability. This position offers ongoing mentorship, paid training, and competitive compensation of $20.00 - $22.00 per hour.

Benefits

Ongoing Mentorship

Paid Trainings

Continuing Education Opportunities

Flexibility in Scheduling

24-Hour Support

Qualifications

• Must have maximum and flexible availability.
• Must have a Personal Support Certificate.
• Minimum 3 doses of Covid vaccine required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily activities and personal care needs.
• Support with mobility and transfers.
• Plan and prepare meals according to dietary requirements.

Skills

Flexible Availability

Personal Support Certificate

Past experience in healthcare

Covid vaccine compliance

Reliable transportation

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Personal Support Worker role at ComForCare.

We’re on the lookout for caring and compassionate PSWs. Our Caregivers are the heart and soul of what we do. At ComForCare, we celebrate successes and build meaningful relationships. About us: Live your best life possible by helping others live theirs. Comforcare is a known brand with over 200 agencies (and still counting) both in Canada and North America. Our Caregivers are welcome and given priority consideration wherever we have a Comforcare office.

Our Values : Quality, Compassion, Reliability.

What We’re Looking For

• Maximum and Flexible Availability
• Must have a Personal Support Certificate.
• Minimum 3 doses of Covid vaccine
• Access to reliable transportation is a bonus.
• Past experience in healthcare as a PSW, especially in long term care.

Availability

• Weekends - especially on Sundays
• Weekdays - Flexible working hours (Mornings, Evenings and Overnights)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Help clients maintain their independence by assisting with daily activities, following the care plan and personal care needs.
• Provide support with mobility, transfers, and exercises to improve range of motion.
• Plan and prepare meals according to dietary requirements, and assist with feeding when necessary.
• Manage household tasks such as light cleaning and laundry to ensure a safe and comfortable environment.
• Offer companionship and respite services to clients and their families, fostering emotional well-being.

Benefits Of Working With ComForCare

• Ongoing Mentorship and Career Development: Continuous support and guidance for career growth.
• Paid Trainings: Compensated educational sessions.
• Continuing Education Opportunities: Chances to keep learning.
• Dementia Training: Education specifically related to dementia.
• Flexibility: Adaptability in scheduling.
• 24-Hour Support: Assistance available around the clock.
• Hands-On and Involved Management: Direct and active oversight.

Compensation : $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Our Commitment to Caregivers

• Treated with respect and dignity.
• Provided exceptional training on a regular and ongoing basis.
• Are never alone in the field - support is always available.
• Thoughtfully matched with clients that they are compatible with.

By applying for employment with an independently owned and operated ComForCare franchisee, a separate company and employer from ComForCare and any of its affiliates or subsidiaries, you acknowledge that each franchisee is solely responsible for employment decisions including hiring and termination. ComForCare does not accept, review or store your application. Any questions about your application or the hiring process must be directed to the locally owned ComForCare franchisee.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability / Veteran.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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