Personal Support Worker

City of Windsor; Windsor; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization in Windsor is looking for a part-time Personal Support Worker for Huron Lodge. Responsibilities include providing quality nursing care, assisting in restorative programs, and maintaining documentation. Candidates must have a relevant diploma and experience. This position requires working various shifts and may involve physical demands. Offering competitive pay ranging from $29.17 to $34.33 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.
• Must complete a minimum of 600 hours as a Personal Support Worker.
• Must have over three months of experience in a health care setting.
• Current HeartSaver Certificate and First Aid Certificate are assets.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care to meet residents’ needs.
• Assist in restorative care programs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of resident's condition.
• Perform personal care and selected nursing measures.

Skills

Communication skills

Sensitivity to resident needs

Commitment to ongoing education

Education

Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma

Personal Support Worker certificate

Registered Practical Nurse qualification

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

JOB POSTING #: 2025-0375

POSTING PERIOD: Wednesday, October 08, 2025 at 8:30 AM to Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM

DEPARTMENT: Huron Lodge

UNION: C.U.P.E. Local 543

JOB CODE: 543195

POSITION STATUS: Regular Part-Time (4)

GRADE/CLASS: 0.11

# OF POSITIONS: 11

RATE OF PAY: $29.17 - $34.33 per hour

SHIFT WORK REQ'D: Yes

HOURS OF WORK: Up to 25 hours

DUTIES

Under the direction of Registered Staff; this position will be responsible for the quality of nursing care provided to meet the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of the residents of Huron Lodge. Participates in restorative care programs to ensure that residents are given the opportunity to reach their optimal potential and well-being in activities of daily living. Maintains accurate documentation reflecting the residents’ condition and care provided by the Personal Support Worker. Observes and reports changes in a resident’s physical and emotional condition promptly to the Registered Staff. Must be aware of the Residents’ Bill of Rights and endeavour to respect and promote such. Assists in the formation of the resident care plans which detail how care is to be provided for each individual resident. Performs personal care and selected nursing measures to promote the comfort and safety of the resident. Communicates in a respectful manner with residents, families and co-workers. Assists in maintaining a tidy and clean environment. Performs duties detailed in Huron Lodge’s Policy and Procedure Manuals, as well as duties as assigned per the Emergency Preparedness Plan. Attends in-service training. All influenza vaccine/outbreak protocols must be followed on a yearly basis. Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program. Will perform other related duties as required. Will be required to work a normal work week consisting of Sunday through Saturday. The workday shall include a meal period of thirty minutes and shifts shall be as follows or other approved schedules:

• Day: 6:55 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Evenings: 2:55 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
• Night: 10:55 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent, plus post-secondary school education from a Community College in a Healthcare program, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency.
• Personal Support Worker that meets the program requirements set by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities for an Ontario post-secondary institution or district school board to issue a Personal Support Worker certificate and having completed a minimum of 600 hours in duration (includes class time and practical experience).
• OR A Registered Practical Nurse with the skills and knowledge to perform the duties of a PSW (must provide Community College Diploma or University Degree and current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse with the Ontario College of Nurses plus proof of pharmacology component).
• OR A Registered Nurse with the skills and knowledge to perform the duties of a PSW (must provide Community College Diploma or University Degree and current Certificate of Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Ontario College of Nurses, inclusive of the pharmacology component).
• Must have over three (3) months of experience in a health care setting.
• The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a medium level of work.
• Must complete a post-offer agility test to assist the successful candidate in completing the position tasks safely and to minimize injuries on the job.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current HeartSaver Certificate and First Aid Certificate will be deemed an asset.
• A mature person who can demonstrate sensitivity to resident needs and who has a good understanding of long-term care programs and related legislation.
• Proven commitment to ongoing education, training and development will be considered an asset.
• Related community and volunteer experience is a definite asset.
• Additional language skills are a definite asset.
• Will be required to complete Respirator Fit Testing every two years while working at the Huron Lodge worksite.

NOTES

• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged
• We offer a smoke-free office environment
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
• The Corporation of the City of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.