Personal Support Worker

Sienna Senior Living; Port Hope; Hybrid; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Sienna Senior Living’s Aspira Empire Crossing Retirement Living is hiring a Casual Personal Support Worker. You’ll form meaningful relationships with residents and support daily living activities with dignity and respect.

In this on-site role, you’ll help residents with meals, personal care, mobility, and engagement in activities, while following individualized care plans and safety protocols. The position offers wage at $19.43 per hour and requires eligibility to work in Canada.

Qualifications

• Respectful, person-centered care per individualized plan.
• Assist with daily activities (eating, dressing, hygiene) per plan.
• Support communication and sensory aids to maintain engagement.
• Promote safety and independence with mobility devices.
• Deliver holistic care including cognitive, social, emotional needs.
• Engage residents in programs and activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support in daily activities.
• Build relationships with residents and families.
• Support daily health and well-being through program options.
• Contribute to a positive home culture through teamwork.

Skills

Person-centred care

Communication

Empathy

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Education

PSW program completed

Internationally Educated Nurse with nursing degree

Tools

Mobility devices

Job description

Personal Support Worker -Casual
Aspira Empire Crossing Retirement Living
Rate of Pay: $19.43
This posting is for an existing vacancy

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role were knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

Why you belong here:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work.

What you’ll be doing:

You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Personal Support Worker, you’ll form a deep understanding of your residents and their living experience. You will build relationships with the residents and their family members, offering a variety of support options and program choices that enrich their daily health and well being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.

What makes you a great fit?

• You provide respectful, person-centered support to residents in their daily activities, including eating, dressing, personal hygiene, and grooming, following each resident’s individualized care plan
• You help residents stay connected and engaged by assisting with communication tools and sensory aids such as glasses or hearing devices, ensuring they are used comfortably and consistently
• You promote safety and independence by ensuring residents always have easy access to mobility and assistive devices, including walkers, canes, and call bells
• You contribute to residents’ comfort and overall well-being by offering ongoing cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual support, including oral and dental care
• You encourage residents to participate in programs offered by the Resident EngagementTeam, whether individual or in groups
• You are compassionate, patient, and motivated by work that enriches the lives of seniors
• You have completed a Personal Support Worker program from an accredited institution or are an Internationally Educated Nurse with a recognized nursing degree
• You are detail-oriented and skilled in delivering safe, effective bedside care, including simple treatments and care procedures
• You communicate with tact and professionalism, building positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues. visitors

What you need to know:

• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.