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Personal Support Worker (PSW)

CarePartners

Bancroft

On-site

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to delivering quality health care in the Bancroft area! As a Personal Support Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of patients by assisting with daily activities and promoting independence. This innovative firm is committed to providing a supportive environment for both staff and patients, offering competitive wages, bonuses, and a range of perks. With opportunities for continuing education and a focus on community impact, this position is perfect for those looking to make a difference in health care. Bring your skills and passion to a role where you can truly make an impact!

Benefits

Competitive Wage Grid
Sign-on Bonus
Paid Mileage
Health & Dental Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Hours
Continuing Education Opportunities
Hands-on Mentoring
Volunteer Opportunities
Group Discounts

Qualifications

  • Strong commitment to improving patient lives and providing support.
  • Valid PSW certificate or enrollment in a Nursing program required.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with daily living activities and promote a safe environment.
  • Provide emotional support and prepare nutritious meals.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills
Independent Work
Team Collaboration
Cognitive Support
Meal Preparation

Education

Certificate as a Personal Support Worker
Enrollment in Nursing Program
Internationally Trained Nurse

Tools

Driver's License
Vehicle

Job description

Who We Are

Sign-on Bonus - $750

When you join us at CarePartners, you’re building a career with a company that cares about their patients, their patients’ families, and their staff – and you’ll get a $750 BONUS for signing-on, too!

CarePartners is one of Ontario’s largest accredited home health care providers, providing nursing, personal support, therapy, and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72,000 patients each year in homes, schools, clinics, workplaces, and retirement homes, through our 24 locations and 22 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality, relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience, promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture, and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario.

CarePartners is adding to our team of compassionate, thoughtful PSWs to serve Ontario communities. We bring kind and professional care to patients in need, and when you work with us, you make a positive impact in your community.

Overview

Are you proud to contribute your skills to delivering quality health care? PSWs are an integral part of a health care team, and in this role, you will encourage, support, and promote independence for patients in home and community care settings by assisting with activities of daily living under the supervision of our Personal Support Manager.

We are looking for Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to help us bring patient and family-centered care to in patients in the Bancroft area. Are you someone we should meet?

What We Offer

Competitive Wages, Incentives and Perks

  • Competitive wage grid$20.96 to $23.20 per hour
  • A special$750 bonus for signing with CarePartners
  • PAID MILEAGE at0.45 per/km PLUS travel time
  • Paid orientation and hands-on mentoring from experienced, caring staff
  • Access to group discounts, including exclusive discounts from various retailers
  • Total rewards program which includes health & dental benefits
  • A robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members
  • Flexible hours and a variety of assignments
  • Opportunities for continuing education and training
  • Hands-on mentoring and leadership support
  • Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare services
What The Role Involves
  • Assisting with daily living activities, such as personal care (rise and retire), assistance with household tasks, respite care, medication assistance, special functions
  • Promoting a safe environment by demonstrating proper body mechanics, safe transfer techniques, and home safety
  • Providing cognitive, social, and/or emotional support to the patient
  • Preparing nutritious, varied, and economical meals and snacks, including special diets, as determined by the care plan, using proper food preparation, storage, and hygiene practices.
What You Bring
  • A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of their patients
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Availability to work non-traditional hours, such as early morning, evenings, and alternate weekends
  • A valid driver’s license and vehicle
  • Valid certificate as a Personal Support Worker, Internationally Trained Nurse, Health Care Aid, Developmental Support Worker, Home Support Worker, or enrollment in a Nursing program
  • To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, a clear background check

New Ontario PSW grads may be eligible to receive a $10,000 bonus

* from an approved PSW program in Ontario (on or after April 1, 2024)

** in exchange for a commitment to work with us in a Full-Time position for 12 months, payable at 6 months and 12 months

and an additional $10,000 relocation bonus

*** when relocating to rural, remote, or northern area and committing to working with us for 12 months, payable at start and 6 months

CarePartners In Your Community

In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.

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