Personal Support Worker – Permanent, Casual

Atikokan General Hospital; Atikokan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community health organization in Atikokan is seeking a Personal Support Worker to deliver direct nursing care to residents of the Extended Care Wing. The ideal candidate is certified or enrolled in nursing programs, demonstrates a genuine interest in elderly care, and possesses strong interpersonal skills. Join a dedicated team committed to providing quality care within an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Certified as a Personal Support Worker or enrolled in nursing programs.
• Genuine interest in the needs of the elderly.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for direct nursing care of residents.
• Motivates individuals in recreational activities.
• Familiar with hospital policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivational skills for activities

Good bedside nursing care

Education

Certification as a Personal Support Worker

Job description

Classification: Casual, Permanent

Rate of Pay: $28.52 – $28.91/hour

Start Date: as soon as possible

Department: Extended Care Wing

Shift / Rotation #: N/A

Reference #: 2025-34

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Long-Term Care Manager, the Personal Support Worker is responsible for direct nursing care of residents of the Extended Care Wing.

Qualifications / Requirements:

1. Certified as a Personal Support Worker or currently enrolled in a registered nursing or registered practical nursing program.
2. A genuine interest and understanding of the needs of the elderly.
3. Ability to motivate groups and individuals in recreational activities.
4. Knowledge of good bedside nursing care.
5. Responsible for discretion in any confidence of patients/residents or staff.
6. Familiar with the organization and functions of all departments and with policies, regulations and procedures of the hospital.
7. Interpersonal skills, and ability to build and maintain same.
8. Mandatory Covid-19 Vaccination

Apply with resume and cover letter – quoting the reference number – to

Human Resources

Atikokan Health and Community Services, 120 Dorothy Street

Atikokan, ON P0T 1C0

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 4:00PM August 15, 2025

NOTE: Applicants who require accommodations in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human

Resources for support using the above contact information.

Atikokan Health and Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those candidates selected in the recruitment process will be contacted.