Personal Support Worker (Adult Day Program)

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association; Toronto; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP match

Training and Education Subsidy

Job summary

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association is seeking a Personal Support Worker for the Adult Day Program in Toronto. This part-time permanent role supports seniors in daily living activities at our Scarborough site, with a wage of $21–$23 per hour.

The position requires PSW training, 1+ year experience with seniors, and flexibility to work Saturdays. English plus Cantonese/Mandarin is an asset; certifications in First Aid/CPR and Food Handling are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a recognized Personal Support Worker Program or equivalent (e.g. RPN) or is an internationally-trained nurse.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a community / facility setting working with seniors.
• Able to perform client transfers and daily living activities; lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work shift hours, including Saturdays.
• Proficiency in English and a second language commonly used by clients such as Cantonese/Mandarin is an asset.
• Valid First Aid & CPR certificate, and Food Handlers' certificate.
• Clear vulnerable sector check completed within one year.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist clients with activities of daily living (e.g., walking, positioning, transfers, toileting, personal hygiene, eating and feeding).
• Perform food preparation, table setup, and serving.
• Assist with delivery of activities of daily living, education, and recreation with the team.
• Pick-up and drop-off clients from agency vehicles and/or Wheel-Trans at program site.
• Document and report clients' daily progress as required.
• Maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of the program space and activity areas.

Skills

English proficiency

Cantonese/Mandarin

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

PSW program graduate

Internationally-trained nurse

Job description

Personal Support Worker (Adult Day Program)

Permanent Part Time [FTE 0.6] PSW Toronto, ON, CA 1 Attachments

19 days ago Requisition ID: 1105

Salary Range: $21.00 To $23.00 Hourly

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association is a non-profit charitable community services agency established since 1976. Our spectrum of services has grown from the delivery of Chinese meals-on-wheels service to a full range of community support services, covering the whole Greater Toronto Area.

With a staff of more than 550 members (including full-time and part-time staff) and the help of a pool of 850 active volunteers, we serve over 15,000 clients a year, including seniors, adults, youth with physical, social, emotional and health challenges. 3,000 of whom are "home-bound" and frail.

We are currently seeking a Personal Support Worker to fill a new position at our Adult Day Program.

Terms: Part Time Permanent

Location: 705 Progress Ave., Scarborough

Pay range : $21 - $23 hourly (wage enhancement included)

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and assist clients with activities of daily living (ie. walking, positioning, transfers, toileting, personal hygiene, eating and feeding)
• Perform food preparation, table set up, and serving
• Assist with delivery of activities of daily living, education, and recreation, with other team members based on clients' cognitive and physical capabilities
• Pick-up and drop-off clients from agency vehicles and/or Wheel-Trans at program site
• Document and report clients' daily progress as required
• Maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of the program space and activity areas

Requirements :

• Graduated from a recognized Personal Support Worker Program or equivalent (e.g. RPN) or is an internationally-trained nurse
• At least 1 year of experience in a community / facility setting working with seniors
• Sensitivity to seniors with needs related to aging, physical and mental health
• Able to perform client transfers and daily living activities; lift up to 50 lbs, bend, stretch, stand for extended period of time
• Possess a caring attitude and excellent interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to work shift hours, including Saturdays
• Proficiency in English and a second language commonly used by our clients such as Cantonese/Mandarin, is an asset
• Valid First Aid & CPR certificate, and Food Handlers' certificate
• Clear vulnerable sector check completed within one year
• RRSP match
• Training and Education Subsidy

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

Carefirst is an equal opportunity employer. We are also committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange a reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.