Personal Support Worker (PSW)

CarePartners; North Bay; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home health care is seeking dedicated Personal Support Workers to enhance patient independence in community settings. This role involves providing essential support with daily living activities, ensuring safety, and preparing nutritious meals. The ideal candidates will possess exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to making a positive impact on patients' lives. With opportunities for bonuses and a supportive work culture, this position offers a fulfilling career path for those passionate about health care. Join a team that values innovation and quality care while making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus for New PSW Grads

Relocation Bonus

Flexible Working Hours

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Valid PSW certificate or equivalent required.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and commitment to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and personal care.
• Promote a safe environment and provide emotional support.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Ability to Work in a Team

Commitment to Patient Care

Education

Certificate as a Personal Support Worker

Enrollment in a Nursing Program

Tools

Driver's License

Reliable Vehicle

Job description

Who We Are

CarePartners is one of Ontario’s largest accredited home health care providers, providing nursing, personal support, therapy and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72,000 patients each year in homes, schools, clinics, workplaces and retirement homes, through our 24 locations and 22 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality, relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience, promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture, and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario.

We continuously innovate to meet patient needs with specialized (award-winning) care programs and technology, including virtual care and AI.

Overview

Are you proud to contribute your skills to delivering quality health care? PSWs are an integral part of a health care team, and in this role, you will encourage, support, and promote independence for patients in home and community care settings by assisting with activities of daily living under the supervision of our Personal Support Manager.

We are looking for Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to help us bring patient and family-centered care to patients in the North Bay, ON area. Are you someone we should meet?

What We Offer

• A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of their patients
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Availability to work non-traditional hours, such as early morning, evenings, and alternate weekends
• A valid driver’s license (G or G2 Classification), access to a reliable vehicle, and proof of automobile insurance
• Valid certificate as a Personal Support Worker, Internationally Trained Nurse, Health Care Aid, Developmental Support Worker, Home Support Worker, or enrollment in a Nursing program
• To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, a clear background check.

New Ontario PSW grads may be eligible to receive a $10,000 bonus in exchange for a commitment to work with us in a Full-Time position for 12 months, payable at 6 months and 12 months. This applies to graduates from an approved PSW program in Ontario (on or after April 1, 2024).

Additionally, an extra $10,000 relocation bonus is available when relocating to rural, remote or northern areas and committing to working with us for 12 months, payable at start and 6 months.

What The Role Involves

• Assisting with daily living activities, such as personal care (rise and retire), assistance with household tasks, respite care, medication assistance, special functions.
• Promoting a safe environment by demonstrating proper body mechanics, safe transfer techniques, and home safety.
• Providing cognitive, social and/or emotional support to the patient.
• Preparing nutritious, varied and economical meals and snacks, including special diets, as determined by the care plan, using proper food preparation, storage, and hygiene practices.

What You Bring

• A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of their patients.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Availability to work non-traditional hours, such as early morning, evenings, and alternate weekends.
• A valid driver’s license and vehicle.
• Valid certificate as a Personal Support Worker, Internationally Trained Nurse, Health Care Aid, Developmental Support Worker, Home Support Worker, or enrollment in a Nursing program.
• To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, a clear background check.

CarePartners In Your Community

In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.