Personal Support Worker (PSW)

COGIR Real Estate; London; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living organization in Canada is seeking a Personal Support Worker dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors. In this role, you will provide essential personal care, support daily living activities, and foster meaningful relationships with residents and their families. Ideal candidates will have a relevant PSW certification, strong communication skills, and a compassionate approach to care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Personal Support Worker program with at least 600 hours of theory and practicum.
• Experience working with seniors in community health settings.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assist residents with daily living activities.
• Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions to supervisors.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment while ensuring resident safety.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Personal Support Worker program

Job description

Description

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Mission

Reporting to the Health and Wellness Manager, the Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks within their knowledge and skill, under the supervision of their manager, while adhering to regulatory and company standards, policies, and procedures.

Key Outcomes

• Live our values of Human Focus, Creativity, and Excellence
• Lend a helping hand
• Cultivate relationships with staff, residents, and families
• Lead with H.E.A.R.T. (hear, empathize, acknowledge, respond, thank)

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to the plan of care as determined by the supervisor
• Facilitate residents’ move-in and transfers where applicable
• Observe and report on residents’ care/service using appropriate forms or tools
• Assist residents with personal care, hygiene, and activities of daily living
• Observe and report changes in residents’ condition to supervisor
• Escalate medical emergencies to supervisor or emergency services as appropriate
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals as required
• Assist with ambulation, mobilization, transferring, and adaptive aids
• Understand resident needs and maximize abilities
• Provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support
• Maintain resident information confidentiality
• Respond to concerns and ensure appropriate action within your authority
• Maintain a safe and clean environment, including equipment and belongings
• Report safety concerns to the Health and Wellness Manager and advocate for resident safety
• Engage with other care agencies as directed
• Attend in-service training to develop skills
• Uphold the organization’s values and ethics as per the Code of Conduct
• Complete all other assigned tasks

Required Education, Credentials, and Experience

• Graduate of a Personal Support Worker program or provincial equivalent with at least 600 hours of theory and practicum
• Experience working with seniors in community health settings
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Organizational and time management skills
• Interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proven ability to perform personal care duties
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and transferring clients

Cogir is committed to inclusive employment practices and providing accommodations upon request.