Personal Support Worker (PSW)

ParaMed; Mount Forest, Palmerston, Dundalk, Arthur; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage compensation

Health and dental benefits

Flexible scheduling

Mobile devices provided

Job summary

ParaMed is seeking a dedicated Personal Support Worker to help clients in Mount Forest, Palmerston, Dundalk and surrounding Ontario communities. You will assist with daily living activities, prepare meals, and provide companionship to enhance quality of life in patient homes.

Requirements include a valid PSW certificate, driver’s license, and willingness to travel within a defined geographic area. ParaMed offers full-time roles with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate is required.
• Compassionate care with patients in home settings.
• Reliable, flexible and able to travel within service area.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living including skin, hair, and oral care along with bathing, toileting, and peri-care.
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks according to care plan, including special diets.
• Provide basic housekeeping tasks and companionship to improve quality of life.
• Support independence and comfort for patients in home and community settings.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication skills

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Job description

## Personal Support Worker (PSW)Apply: ParaMed - Mount Forest, Ontario: ParaMed - Palmerston, Ontario: Dundalk, Ontario: Arthur, Ontario: Full time: Posted Today: R36282**Job Description**As an integral part of the home and community care team, you will support, encourage and provide independence for patients in their homes and community setting by assisting with activities of daily living.**Why you’ll love working here:*** Best in class training and development programs* Celebration and Recognition programs* Part time and Full-time opportunities and flexible scheduling options* Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans* Company paid mobile devices* Mileage compensation* Employee perks and exclusive offers**What you’ll do:*** Assist patients with activities of daily living including skin, hair, and oral care along with bathing, toileting, & peri-care* Prepare nutritious meals and snacks, including special diets, as determined by the care plan* Provide basic housekeeping tasks and companionship to help your patients enjoy a better quality of life**What you bring:*** Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate* Ability to demonstrate compassion and care when interacting with patients* Reliability and flexibility* Passion for making a difference in your community* Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle to travel to and from patient’s residences within a geographical area* Clear Vulnerable Sector Screen When you choose to build your career with ParaMed, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. ## **Time Type**Full time## **Compensation Details**$21.52 - $24.29 ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail] acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.