Personal Support Worker - Line 408 (60 hours in 4 wks, Day/Evening)

Mississippi River Health Alliance; Canada; On-site; CAD 4,126,000 - 4,339,000; Part time

Job summary

Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) is seeking a Personal Support Worker for a temporary part-time role serving Almonte General Hospital and Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital within MRHA’s integrated care network. The position covers day and evening shifts totaling 60 hours over four weeks, beginning 2026-03-19.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, safety, and teamwork, with adherence to organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized Personal Support Worker (or equivalent) program, including formal certification by a recognized Community College.
• Previous experience as a PSW in a complex continuing care and/or long-term care setting, preferred.

Skills

Patient safety

Caring & empathy

Physical & cognitive demands

Teamwork

Follow policies

Workplace safety

Education

PSW program certificate

Job description

Personal Support Worker - Line 408 (60 hours in 4 wks, Day/Evening)

Competition:

CUPE 2026-044

Location

Program:

Position Type:

Temporary Part-Time

Salary Scale:

$29.95-31.50/hr

Start Date:

2026-03-19

Almonte General Hospital and Carleton Place & DistrictMemorial Hospital created the Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) in 2016to formalize their commitment to work together to improve each patient andresident’s overall health care experience through a strong, coordinated systemof care. An integrated Senior Team leads the two Hospitals, as well as FairviewManor and Lanark County Paramedic Service which are operating divisions of AGH.Over 600 caring staff, physicians and midwives provide excellent primary, acuteand long-term care to citizens of Lanark County, West Ottawa and RenfrewCounty.

Competencies and Personal Attributes

• Commitment to excellence, quality and patient/resident safety
• Demonstrated caring and empathetic attitude.
• Ability to meet all demands of the job, both physical and cognitive.
• Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully within a team environment.
• Ability to receive direction and understand and follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in a manner that is in compliance with patient/resident and employee safety practices, policies and procedures of the organization.
• Ability to contribute to a work environment that is conducive to the organizations Workplace Violence and Harassment policy.

Mandatory Requirements

• Successful completion of a recognized Personal Support Worker (or equivalent) program, including formal certification by a recognized Community College.
• Previous experience as a PSW in a complex continuing care and/or long- term care setting, preferred.

We are committed to inclusive and accessible employmentpractices. If you require accommodation throughout any part of the recruitmentprocess, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] to let us know how we mayassist you.

Please note that according to MRHA Vaccination Policies, allapplicants must be fully vaccinated unless they can provide the proof of avalid medical contraindication or exemption on the basis of protected groundsunder the Ontario Human Rights Code in order to be considered for any staff orvolunteer opportunities. Upon hiring, applicants must provide the proof ofeither government issued documentation proving they have been fully vaccinated,or present supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication orexemption under Ontario Human Rights Code.

Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) is committed tofostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We believethat embracing diversity in all its forms enriches our workplace and enhancesthe quality of care we provide to our patients, residents and community. We arededicated to creating an environment where every individual feels valued,respected and supported regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexualorientation, religion, age, ability or background. We aim to create a workplacewhere everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared mission of providingintegrated health care that meets the evolving life-long needs of ourcommunities.