Personal Support Worker - Newmarket

CBI Home Health; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend premiums

Travel pay

Mileage reimbursement

Part-time opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

CBI Home Health is seeking a Personal Support Worker to assist clients in Newmarket, Aurora and East Gwillimbury with daily living activities in their homes. You will support clients to stay safe and independent, performing light duties and reporting changes to the supervisor.

A valid PSW certificate, CPR/First Aid, and a willingness to travel are required. We offer flexible scheduling, weekend work, and a comprehensive benefits package within a large Canadian healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Must be able to travel between Newmarket, Aurora, East Gwillimbury with a valid driver’s license and car insurance.
• PSW certificate or valid Home Support / Health Care aide certification considered an asset.
• Students in health care programs or RN/RPN students may qualify.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification is required.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within 12 months is required.
• TB test within 12 months and up-to-date immunization record.
• Commitment to work every other weekend.
• Strong verbal and written English; French or other languages are assets.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs (16 kg).

Responsibilities

• Support clients to be safe and independent in their homes.
• Assist with mobilization, light exercises, and observe/report changes to the Manager/Supervisor.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks as indicated in care plans.

Skills

Travel between client homes

CPR and First Aid Certification

English communication

Reliability and organization

Lift up to 35 lbs

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate or equivalent

Health Care Aide certification (asset)

Tools

Driver's license

Car insurance

Job description

Newmarket Home Health Office
Newmarket, ON L3Y8X7, CAN

Description

CBI Home Health supports people at home and in the community. We are one of Canada’s leading specialized community services, home and integrated care providers, operating in more than 800 communities across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the right care at the right time, helping people live safely, independently, and with dignity. Learn more at cbihomehealth.ca .

Because Your Care Matters.

CBI Home Health is looking to hire Personal Support Worker - Newmarket, Aurora, East Gwillimbury

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $22.89 - $24.63per hour.

Vacancy Disclosure: This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Why CBI Home Health?

We’re committed to making a difference in people’s lives – and that starts with yours. You’ll enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to achieve your goals at work and at home. As you care for others, CBI Home Health will care for you by providing the equipment, training and resources that you need to feel confident every day.

Here’s a closer look at our total rewards and benefits:

• Weekend premiums, travel pay and/or mileage reimbursement
• Part-time opportunities, with flexible scheduling options.
• Reward and recognition programs, including earned-wage access through our partnership with ZayZoon
• Comprehensive benefits package including Group RRSP, extended medical and dental coverage
• Employee Perks and Discount Programs through our partnership with Perkopolis
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid orientation, training and development with opportunities to grow your career
• Group RRSP and Retirement Savings Program for Home Health Ontario employees
• PSWs may be eligible for Ontario's PSW Initiatives

What you will do

• As a caring, responsible health care team member, you will support clients to be as safe and independent in their homes as possible, helping them to live their best lives.
• You may assist them to mobilize and perform light exercises and act at all times with the client and their family at the heart of all you do, observing, documenting, and reporting any changes in their condition to your Manager/Supervisor.
• You may be required to perform light housekeeping tasks as indicated in client care plans.

What you will need to be successful

• Ability to travel from home to home within the Newmarket, Aurora, East Gwillimbury community - valid driver's license and car insurance is a requirement
• Your Personal Support Worker Certificate, or valid certification as a Home Support Worker, Home Support worker level II, Home Support worker level III, Health Care aid or personal attendant will be considered an asset
• Students currently enrolled (post first year) in health care programs such as nursing, rehab, para medicine or have a valid certificate as a Developmental Support Worker or a valid certificate as an RN , RPN, or Practical Nurse, midwife or physician ( either domestic or foreign –trained ) or RN students with a minimum successful completion of year 1
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 12 months
• Proof of a negative TB test within the last 12 months and an up-to-date immunization record
• Commitment to work every other weekend
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills required; the ability to communicate in French or other languages is considered an asset
• Reliability and strong organization skills
• Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs. (16 kg)

When you join our team as a Personal Support Worker, member of the S.E.I.U (union), you’ll belong to one of Canada’s leaders in the healthcare industry with 250 locations across the country. As one of the largest healthcare networks in Canada, we’re proud to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Platinum Member and Canada’s 10 Most Admired Company Cultures.

Recruitment Technology Disclosure: We use technology and automation to support administrative aspects of our recruitment process. Artificial Intelligence is not used to evaluate, rank, or select candidates. All hiring decisions are made by people.

CBI Home Health is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process in accordance with applicable legislation. Please advise your recruiter if you require an accommodation.