Personal Support Worker (GMCH) #2026-210

Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA); Fergus; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Groves Memorial Community Hospital is seeking a casual Personal Support Worker to join a collaborative inter-disciplinary team. The role emphasizes patient safety, dignity, and comprehensive personal care on 12-hour shifts across day, evening, night, and weekends.

The roster supports a unionized environment with UNIFOR Service; prior health-care experience and PSW certification are preferred. Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.

Qualifications

• PSW diploma/certification from a recognized program.
• CPR Heart Saver Level and Standard First Aid certification.
• Experience assisting patients with basic personal care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs.
• Maintain patient safety and adhere to infection control measures.
• Develop respectful relationships with patients and families.
• Record and report changes in patient conditions and needs.
• Assist with physician-ordered procedures and diagnostic tests as needed.
• Support unit with multidisciplinary team activities and prioritization.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

PSW Diploma/Certification

CPR certificate

First Aid

Job description

September 16, 2026

GROVES MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-210

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

(CASUAL)

One (1) casual Personal Support Worker position is available at Groves Memorial Community Hospital. You will be an integral part of a collaborative and inter-disciplinary team focused on delivering exemplary care to our patients.

This position is unionized with UNIFOR Service.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Having a strong focus on client safety and ethical standards,
• Developing respectful working relationships with patients and families to meet their care needs,
• Being respectful of the dignity and the individuality of each patient,
• Providing personal care that meets the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of each patient - including, but not limited to, preventative skin care, hygiene, grooming and dressing, nutrition, use and care of adaptive aids/prosthesis; elimination and toileting,
• Observing, assessing, and reporting changes in patients’ behaviors and activities,
• Participating in multidisciplinary team environment,
• Assisting and attending to special needs of the patients,
• Escorting patients into diagnostic tests as needed,
• Collecting and monitoring patient information,
• Taking the patient’s height and weight and documenting the care given accordingly,
• Assisting with appropriate levels of supervision of patients,
• Maintaining the safety and comfort of patients by ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors and adhering to hospital infection control measures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of an approved Personal Support Worker (PSW) Diploma/Certification from a recognized program
• CPR certificate at the Heart Saver Level and Standard First Aid
• Previous experience in assisting patients with basic personal care needed
• Minimum of one to two years of related experience in a health care setting preferred
• Responsible, energetic individual with above average ability to prioritize and organize in a busy environment
• Knowledgeable regarding the scope of practice for various job categories
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and general public
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrated ability to follow through with requests
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Capable of working independently and able to take direction
• Knowledge of principles of medical asepsis and universal precautions
• Demonstrated positive relationships with other health care professionals and able to contribute to the development of an environment conducive to excellent patient care
• Willing to work flexible hours

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Satisfactory performance and attendance required
• Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date
• Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired

HOURS OF WORK:

• 12-hour shifts; day, evening, night and weekend shifts as per department schedule.

SALARY:

• $28.27 per hour

Groves Memorial Community Hospital strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

Groves Memorial Community Hospital is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.