Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Extendicare; Kingston; On-site; CAD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Perks and Recognition Programs

Robust benefits package

Continuous mentorship

Job summary

Extendicare is hiring a Personal Support Worker (PSW) for their Kingston Home in Ontario. In this part-time role, you will provide direct care to residents, assisting with mobility, personal grooming, and emotional support. The position requires PSW certification and the ability to perform physical tasks. Extendicare offers a supportive environment with perks, recognition programs, and a robust benefits package, making it a rewarding opportunity for compassionate individuals.

Qualifications

• Able to perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, and lifting.
• PSW certification required.
• Compassionate and respectful towards residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with mobility, feeding, bathing, toileting, and personal grooming.
• Encourage resident participation in activities and programs.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents and families.

Skills

Compassion

Professionalism

Effective communication in English

Education

PSW certification

Job description

Personal Support Worker (PSW) – Extendicare Kingston Home

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our PSW team, you will provide direct care to residents in accordance with policies, procedures, and work routines.

This position is for our Extendicare Kingston Home, located in Kingston, Ontario.

Available opportunities include: Part-Time; Day/Evening/Night shifts.

Extendicare is pleased to partner with HealthForceOntario (HFO) as an approved employer for the PSW Return Of Service (PSWROS) which provides a $5,000 retention bonus to eligible PSWs in exchange for a 6-month, full-time commitment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist residents with mobility, feeding, bathing, toileting and personal grooming
• Encourage resident participation in activities and programs
• Provide emotional and social support to residents and families

What You Bring

• PSW certification
• Able to perform physical tasks and duties, including frequent bending, reaching and lifting
• Compassion, professionalism, and respect
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English

What You’ll Get

• Continuous mentorship, support for lifelong learning and growth opportunities
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others
• Employee Perks and Recognition Programs
• Robust benefits package

Time Type

Part time

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.