Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Home Instead; Markham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Home Instead Markham is seeking Certified Personal Support Workers, International Nurses, and Nursing Students to assist seniors in their homes. The roles offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment. Responsibilities include providing personal care, companionship, and assistance with daily tasks. Ideal candidates are compassionate, have relevant qualifications, and enjoy making a positive impact on seniors' lives.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Paid Mileage

On-going Paid Training

Cash bonuses

Referral Incentives

Social Events

Rewards for exceptional care

Opportunity for full-time guaranteed hours

Qualifications

• Completion of Personal Support Worker diploma or Nursing degree.
• Currently enrolled in nursing program with at least one year completed.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and conversation.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.
• Support with medication and appointment reminders.
• Offer personal care assistance.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Time Management

Education

Personal Support Worker diploma

Nursing degree

Currently enrolled in nursing program

Job description

Are you...

• Interested in helping seniors age in the comfort of their own homes?
• Wanting to spend more time building relationships with your clients during shifts?
• Looking to join an organization that truly values and supports you?
  
  

If you answered yes to any of those questions, you'd fit right in at Home Instead Markham!

We are looking for Certified Personal Support Workers, International Nurses, and Nursing Students to assist seniors in their homes throughout the communities of Markham and Thornhill.

We are looking to fill multiple open roles with weekday and weekend availability.

What We Offer

• Flexible schedule and competitive pay
• Longer visits with each client
• 24 hour support from caring administrative staff
• Paid Mileage
• On-going Paid Training
• Cash bonuses
• Referral Incentives
• Social Events
• Rewards for providing exceptional care
• Opportunity for full-time guaranteed hours
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Companionship and conversation
• Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation
• Medication and appointment reminders
• Personal Care assistance
• Alzheimer’s Care
• Hospice and Palliative support
  
  

Requirements:

• Completion of Personal Support Worker diploma OR
• Completion of Nursing degree in any country OR
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program, having completed at least one year
• Ability to communicate with clients in a friendly and congenial manner
• Possessing a valid driver's license, a vehicle, and valid auto insurance is an asset
• Complete a criminal background check
  
  

Job Types

• Full-time
• Part-time
  
  

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Live-In
  
  

Location:

• Markham
• Unionville
• Thornhill
  
  

Compensation: Starting at $19.50 to $22.50 per hour

Apply today and help us make a positive impact on the lives of seniors in our community!

If you'd like to learn more about Home Instead, please visit www.homeinstead.com/3052