Personal Support Worker (PSW)

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

Job summary

A senior care organization in Markham is seeking Certified Personal Support Workers to assist clients in their homes. The role offers flexible scheduling and requires communication skills for effective companionship. Candidates should have relevant diplomas or be enrolled in nursing programs. Compensation starts at $19.50 to $22.50 per hour, and opportunities for bonuses are available.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Competitive pay

Ongoing paid training

Cash bonuses

Referral incentives

Social events

Qualifications

• Must communicate with clients in a friendly manner.
• Possessing a valid driver's license and a vehicle is an asset.
• Complete a criminal background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and conversation.
• Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Remind clients about medication and appointments.

Skills

Communication with clients

Companionship

Personal Care assistance

Education

Completion of Personal Support Worker diploma

Completion of Nursing degree

Currently enrolled in a nursing program

Job description

Overview

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