Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Spectrum Health Care Inc; Ontario; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Health Care is seeking Personal Support Workers in Keswick, Ontario. The role involves providing essential personal care and support to patients in their homes or facilities. Candidates must have a valid PSW certificate or be an RN/RPN student. Competitive wages of $24 to $28 per hour, along with flexible hours and various benefits, are offered. Join a company recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Paid sick days

Pension options

Rural and weekend premiums

Qualifications

• Physical ability to meet job demands, including lifting and assisting clients.
• Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Assess and respond to patients' changing needs.
• Travel within the assigned region to provide care.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

RN/RPN Student

Job description

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

We are hiring Personal Support Workers (PSW) in Keswick. Join Spectrum today and see the difference caring makes!

Total compensation ranges from $24 to $28 per hour, including travel and applicable premiums.

Job Description

Personal Support Workers play a vital role in our healthcare system. At Spectrum Health Care, they work closely with patients and their families, providing personal care and support with activities of daily living. The care provided ensures patients recover safely from acute illnesses or remain in their homes as they age.

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

Qualifications

• Have one of the following qualifications (required):
  • Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or an approved program by the Ministry of Education.
  • RN/RPN Student with at least successful completion of the first year of the program.
  • Internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife, or Physician.
• G2/G License with access to a vehicle.
• Physical ability to meet job demands (e.g., ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel, reach, lift 23 kg independently, assist clients with standing, walking, sitting, and repositioning in bed).
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional personal care and customer service.
• Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR.
• Updated immunization record, including TB test within the last 6 months.
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication (additional languages are an asset).

Additional Information

Spectrum Health Care is proud to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top Canadian companies for performance, growth, strategy, innovation, culture, leadership, and more. Click here to learn more.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Support for accommodations during the recruitment process is available upon request, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005. Please contact Human Resources at [email protected] for assistance.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, reflecting the communities we serve. We believe a diverse workforce is key to our success.