Personal Support Worker

Shannex Incorporated; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-owned healthcare organization in Toronto is seeking a Personal Support Worker to assist elderly residents with daily living activities. Ideal candidates will have a valid Personal Care Worker certification and flexible availability including weekends and holidays. This position offers an approximate hourly wage of $20.18 and various benefits, including free onsite parking and access to educational training.

Benefits

Approximate hourly wage: $20.18

Free onsite parking

Access to discounts through WorkPerks program

Continuing education and training

Recognition for service excellence and safety

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening.
• Experience with elderly in long-term care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with hygiene and daily living activities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for care plans.
• Assist in planning resident leisure activities.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Collaboration

Accountability

Education

Valid Personal Care Worker course or equivalent

Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course

Valid CPR & First Aid Certification

Job description

Overview

Job Number: J-  Job Title: Personal Support Worker
Job Category: Continuing Care & Support (CCA, PSW, Support Worker, Caregiver)
Job Type: Casual
Date Posted: September 10
Closing Date: September 29
Schedule: Rotational
Number of Positions: 3

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Personal Support Worker to join our Parkland on Eglinton West team based in Etobicoke, Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include :

• Approximate hourly wage : $20.18
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as : bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment;
• Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan;
• Assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities on a daily basis;
• Assists with light housekeeping duties;
• Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice;
• Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring :

• You have a valid Personal Care Worker course or equivalent;
• You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays,
• You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening;
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course considered an asset;
• Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset
• Valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred.
• A passion for the healthcare sector and / or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since , Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit .