Personal Support Worker - Casual - Gateway Haven - Wiarton, ON

Avanti Software Inc.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Bruce County is seeking a Personal Support Worker to provide essential care to residents. The role involves working closely with nurses to ensure high-quality personal care while fostering a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and a genuine interest in elderly care.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Percentage in lieu of benefits

Vacation pay

OMERS pension with equal employer match

1000 Signing Bonus

Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• One year previous working experience in health care, preferably in a long-term care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care of residents in accordance with the care plan.
• Ensure high-quality care and collaboration with the health care team.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Flexibility

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Job description

Personal Support Worker - Casual - Gateway Haven - Wiarton, ON

Who We Are

Welcome to Bruce County, where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities.

Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities.

What You'll Do

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), a Personal Support Worker (PSW) will provide personal care of residents in accordance with the residents’ care plan, ensuring high-quality care and collaboration with the interdisciplinary health care team.

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Personal Support Worker Certificate or equivalent
• One year previous working experience in health care, preferably in a long-term care setting

Skills & Abilities

• Mature and in good physical health
• Genuine interest in the well-being of the elderly
• Demonstrated patience, adaptability, and flexibility
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Clear criminal background check including vulnerable sector screening
• Two-step TB skin test

What We Offer

• Competitive Wages : $27.61 per hour
• Percentage in lieu of benefits
• Vacation pay
• OMERS pension with equal employer match
• 1000 Signing Bonus
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Employee recognition programs

Join Us!

Your Career, Our Community : Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcoming environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier-free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at [emailprotected] .

The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.