Personal Support Worker - PART-TIME - DAYS

Kindera Living; Tecumseh; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Kindera Living seeks a Part-Time Personal Support Worker (PSW) in Tecumseh, ON to assist residents with daily living activities and provide high-quality care.

You will collaborate with Health and Wellness teams, document care accurately, and support dining, mobility, and safety procedures. The role emphasizes compassion, confidentiality, and resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized PSW program.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred but not mandatory.
• Demonstrated empathy for seniors and understanding of nursing/health and wellness process.
• Willingness to stay updated with regulations, practices and procedures.
• Organizational and time-management skills; strong teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) per care plan.
• Monitor residents' well-being and report changes; respond to emergencies.
• Provide housekeeping, laundry, and recreational activities.
• Document ADLs thoroughly and maintain confidentiality.
• Ensure health and safety by following procedures; assist with dining and admissions/discharges.
• Provide emergency first aid until medical care is available.
• Assist with medication administration and training as required.

Education

PSW program completed

College or better in PSW/Health Care Aide

Empathy for seniors

Written and oral communication

Organizational and time management

Mentally and physically able

Vulnerable sector check / TB test readiness

Teamwork

Job description

Personal Support Worker - PART-TIME - DAYS

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: PERSO004641

• Posted : October 13, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Banwell Gardens Care Centre
Tecumseh, ON N8N0B3, CAN

Description

"How do you bring kindness to others every day?"

Join us in our journey of kindness where compassion is our language, and kindness is our legacy. We are committed to nurturing a culture of kindness that flourishes within our team. Our valued team members are the heart of our mission and their well-being directly impacts the lives of those in our care.

Personal Support Worker (PSW) reports to the Health and Wellness Manager or designate and provides residents with physical and personal care needs to a high-quality standard and with sensitivity. Additionally, the PSW demonstrates commitment to resident safety by providing high-quality care in accordance with the organization's vision and mission.

Wage Rate:

The starting wage rate is $ 27.198/hour.

Vacancy:

This is an existing vacancy.

Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) according to the care plan,
• Monitor residents’ well-being and report changes to the Health and Wellness Manager or designate and respond to medical emergencies,
• Provides general housekeeping, laundry, and recreational activities,
• Thoroughly document Activities of Daily Living (ADLs),
• Ensure the health and safety of all individuals within the home by following procedures and protocols,
• Deals courteously with the team members, residents, resident families, and visitors,
• Maintains confidentiality of all resident information including resident medication among other residents,
• Provide emergency first aid/care until appropriate medical care is available,
• Displays a sense of spontaneity and ability to change the moment positively for people,
• Presents a positive approach, not controlling language and actions towards people,
• Assists with dining service,
• Assist with resident admissions and discharges when required,
• Complete medication administration training,
• Assist with administration of medication to residents,
• Any and all other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

The qualifications needed to join our family are as follows:

• Completion of a recognized PSW program,
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred but not mandatory,
• Demonstrated understanding of/empathy for the needs of seniors,
• Good understanding of the nursing/health and wellness process,
• Willingness to update and keep current their knowledge of changing regulations, practices, and procedures,
• Skills and abilities contribute to an organization’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity,
• Mentally and physically able to perform duties as assigned,
• Organizational and time-management skills,
• Individual and teamwork skills,
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing,
• Ability to work from the heart and make others smile,
• Clear vulnerable sector screening (w/ in last 6 months), recent TB test results (w/ in last 6 months) or Chest X-ray (w/ in last 1 yr), and two supervisory references required

What do we offer you?

• Competitive wages
• Support for personal and professional growth

We appreciate all applicants' interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace, and we welcome applications from all persons. Our organization takes the accessibility needs of employees and candidates with disabilities into account during the position summary review process. Employees and candidates are required to notify their Director/Manager/Supervisor or Hiring Manager if they have any accessibility needs, and the organization will work with the employee to address them.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Ability to Work Collaboratively

Expert

Verbal Communication

Expert

Keep current knowledge of regulations changes

Expert

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity

Expert

Demonstrate Empathy for the Needs of Seniors

Expert

Ability to Work From the Heart

Expert

Ability to Work Independently

Expert

Mental and Physical Ability

Expert

Understanding of the nursing process

Expert

Organizational Skills

Expert

Time-Management Skills

Expert

Education

Preferred

College or better in PSW/Health Care Aide.