Personal Support Worker (2025-294-CC)

WoodGreen Community Services; Toronto; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading community service organization in Toronto seeks a Personal Support Worker for a 6-month contract. The role involves providing essential support services to clients in their homes or assisted living settings. You will work collaboratively with a team to deliver high-quality, culturally sensitive care, ensuring client wellbeing through effective communication and adherence to safety guidelines. Candidates should possess a Personal Support Worker Certificate and have experience in personal care for seniors or disabled adults.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in providing personal care to seniors or disabled adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-focused, professional, and culturally sensitive services.
• Assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, and maintaining supplies.
• Document accurately and promptly in client records.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

NACC Certificate

Job description

Employment Type: PSW Hourly (6 month contract) Bargaining Unit (1 Vacancy)

Work Hours: 12-hour shifts from 8pm to 8am, Sunday to Tuesday, plus an alternate Wednesday shift, at sites 53 Pape Ave and 63 Pape Ave

Work Setting: Exclusively onsite at 63 Pape Avenue
Salary: $23.21/hour

Application Deadline: May 22, 2025, by 11:59 pm

Program Overview – Assisted Living Services and Home and Cluster Care

The incumbent reports to the Supervisor and provides support services to clients in their homes or in Assisted Living/Cluster Sites. Responsibilities include client care, following policies, safety, documentation, and teamwork.

What You Will Do

• Work based on program needs, client preferences, and your skill set.
• Deliver client-focused, professional, and culturally sensitive services.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Provide services within your scope of practice, including physical assistance as needed.
• Report injuries promptly and participate in return-to-work programs if applicable.
• Confirm work schedules, respond to communication, and use the Alayacare Mobile Application for clocking in/out.
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct.
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and other providers.
• Follow routines and client care plans.
• Assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, and maintaining supplies.
• Document accurately and promptly in client records.
• Address building maintenance issues as needed.
• Support client activities to promote their wellbeing.

What You Bring to the Team

• Personal Support Worker Certificate and NACC Certificate (if applicable).
• At least one year of experience in providing personal care to seniors or disabled adults.

What Will Set You Apart

• Understanding of ADLs and IADLs support.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility, good judgment, and familiarity with behavioral management.
• Knowledge of gerontology, healthcare, and social services.
• Food safety knowledge and physical ability for light to moderate lifting.
• First Aid and CPR certification (asset).
• Comfort with technology for documentation and service delivery.
• Ability to work at different locations and maintain professionalism.
• Chinese speaking PSW preferred.

WoodGreen is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Please inform us of any accommodations needed during the application process.