Personal Support Worker - $500 sign on bonus

Saint Elizabeth; Belle River; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in community care is hiring Personal Support Workers (PSW) in Belle River and surrounding areas. This role offers competitive compensation, a sign-on bonus, and opportunities for professional development. Join a supportive team dedicated to providing exceptional care and improving clients' quality of life.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Education bursaries

Flexible scheduling

Paid travel time

Mobile device and uniforms provided

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and vehicle for daily use.
• Meet immunization requirements.
• Current Standard CPR level C and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal support and care to clients in their homes.
• Assist with daily living activities and mobility.
• Ensure client safety and comfort.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Dexterity

Education

Valid Certificate as a Personal Support Worker (PSW)

RN or RPN

Home Support Level 2 or 3

Job description

We are currently hiring Full Time/Part Time and Day/Evening Personal Support Workers (PSW) for Community Care in Leamington, Belle River, and surrounding areas.

Drive Your Career Forward with Us – We'll Cover Your Mileage and Travel Time

$500 sign-on bonus + great benefits and a team that supports your goals.

“SE Health really cares about their personal support care staff. They listen, ask for my opinion, and always collaborate with us. A recent increase in wages and benefits makes this the best place to deliver care in my community.” – Allison, 15 years at SE Health

Return of Service (ROS): $10,000 to recent PSW graduates in exchange for a 12-month commitment to work full-time in a long-term care home or within the community.

Why join our team?

• Competitive Compensation. Our Total Rewards package includes a competitive salary, group benefits, RRSP pension, and exclusive perks/discounts available only to SE Health staff.
• Develop yourself with SE. We offer education bursaries, Tuition Assistance Programs, continuing education, training, and professional development. Our orientation and mentorship programs, along with support from clinical practice and nursing teams, ensure you provide the best care possible.
• Grow your career. As a large national organization, SE Health offers diverse roles and locations. You can explore different roles or pivot to supporting or leadership positions.
• Manage your life. Enjoy flexible scheduling to balance your personal and professional needs, with support to meet client needs and your own development.
• Subsidized OPSWAmemberships
• Paid travel time between clients
• Mobile device and 3 uniforms provided

Qualifications accepted to work as a PSW:

• Valid Certificate as a Personal Support Worker (PSW)
• RN or RPN
• Nursing student (2 clinical placements completed)
• Home Support Level 2 or 3 from a recognized curriculum
• Valid Developmental Support Worker Certificate
• Foreign-trained healthcare professional – Nurse

Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license and vehicle for daily use
• Meet Immunization requirements – MMR, Varicella, TB, Tetanus, COVID
• Current vulnerable sector check (VSC)
• Current Standard CPR level C and First Aid
• Availability to work days (7AM-3PM/8AM-4PM) and every other weekend
• This position is physically demanding, requiring dexterity, sensory ability, lifting up to 55 pounds, walking, climbing stairs, standing, bending, reaching, and frequent movement.

To be eligible for the PSW ROS, a Personal Support Worker must:

New Graduates:

• Complete an Ontario PSW training program meeting 2022 standards, on or after April 1, 2023
• Begin employment with a participating employer between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2026
• Commit to 12 months of full-time employment

OR

Previous Graduates (NEW):

• Previously trained as a PSW
• Have not worked in a direct care role in Ontario in the past 12 months
• Begin employment between November 18, 2024, and March 31, 2026
• Commit to 12 months of full-time employment

More info here

About Us:

At SE, we love what we do. We bring hope and happiness to clients, homes, and communities across Canada, treating everyone with dignity and love. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we share knowledge, provide the best care, and help clients achieve their health and wellbeing goals. We offer competitive pay, benefits, pension, and work-life balance. Join us!

In line with public health, SE Health requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Fully vaccinated means two doses plus 14 days since the last dose.

We are committed to supporting all employees and offer accommodations for illnesses or disabilities. Contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].