Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Spectrum Health Care (SHC); Markham; On-site; CAD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Health Care in Markham is hiring Personal Support Workers to provide personal care and daily living support in patients' homes or facilities. Requirements include a valid PSW certificate (or RN/RPN student in year one, or internationally licensed nurse), a valid G2 license with vehicle, ability to lift 23 kg, immunization records, Standard First Aid and Level C CPR, and a Vulnerable Sector Check.

English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid PSW certificate (or RN/RPN student in year one, or internationally licensed nurse)
• G2 license with access to a vehicle
• Ability to lift 23 kg independently
• Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certifications
• Vulnerable Sector Criminal Check
• Immunization record including TB test
• Proficient English communication (additional languages are an asset)

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, toileting, skincare, meal preparation) in clients' homes or facilities
• Assess and respond to changing needs of patients and communicate available Total Care resources
• Perform delegated tasks under supervision of a Home Support Supervisor
• Travel within assigned region between patients’ residences or facilities

Skills

Patient care

Daily living support

English communication

Education

PSW Certificate (MTCU/MOE)

RN/RPN student (year 1)

Internationally licensed nurse

Job description

Company Description Your happiness and well-being are top priorities at Spectrum! We offer the most competitive wages, flexible hours, paid sick days, pension options, rural and weekend premiums and more!

We are hiring Personal Support Workers (PSW) in Markham. Come see the difference caring makes. Join Spectrum today! Eligible hires may also receive up to $10,000 in government incentives. Terms and program requirements may apply.

Job Description

Personal Support Workers play a pivotal role in our health care system. At Spectrum Health Care, they work closely with our patients and their families, providing personal care and support with activities of daily living. The care provided by Personal Support Workers ensures patients can recover safely from an acute illness or remain in their homes throughout the aging process.

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, toileting, skincare, light meal preparation, feeding, etc.) in personal residences or facilities
• Continually assess, anticipate, identify, and respond to new and changing needs of patients and communicate available Total Care resources to patients when appropriate
• Perform delegated and/or assigned tasks under the supervision of a Home Support Supervisor
• Staff are required to travel within assigned region between patients’ residences or facilities

Qualifications

• Have one of the following qualifications (required):
  • Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or the Ministry of Education approved program
  • RN/RPN Student who has successfully completed year one of the program
  • Internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife or Physician
• G2/G License with access to a vehicle
• Physical ability to meet the demands of the job (e.g., ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel and reach freely for extended periods, ability to lift 23 kg independently, ability to assist clients with standing, walking, sitting, and able to reposition clients in bed)
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional personal care and customer service
• Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certifications
• Valid Vulnerable Sector Criminal Check
• Updated immunization record including TB Test (last 6 months)
• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills (additional language skills considered an asset)

EEO Statement

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] for assistance. Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know that a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.