Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Spectrum Health Care Inc; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Health Care is seeking Personal Support Workers (PSW) in Thornhill, Ontario. This role involves providing essential personal care and support to patients, ensuring their well-being and safety during recovery or aging at home. Successful candidates will have a valid PSW certificate or equivalent qualifications, along with a commitment to exceptional care and service. Join a recognized leader in healthcare and make a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Paid Sick Days

Pension Options

Rural and Weekend Premiums

Qualifications

• Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate or equivalent required.
• G2/G License with access to a vehicle.
• Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Assess and respond to changing needs of patients.
• Travel between patients’ residences or facilities.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Physical Ability

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

RN/RPN Student

Internationally licensed Nurse

Job 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 Thornhill. Come see the difference caring makes. Join Spectrum today!

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

Job Description

Personal Support Workers play a pivotal role in our health care 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 by Personal Support Workers ensures patients can recover safely from an acute illness or remain in their homes throughout the aging process.

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

Qualifications

1. 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 with a minimum successful completion of year one of the program.
   • Internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife, or Physician.
2. G2/G License with access to a vehicle.
3. Physical ability to meet the demands of the job (e.g., ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel, reach, lift 23 kg independently, assist clients with standing, walking, sitting, and repositioning in bed).
4. Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional personal care and customer service.
5. Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certifications.
6. Updated immunization record including TB test (within the last 6 months).
7. Proficient verbal and written English communication skills (additional language skills considered 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, and leadership. Learn more about this esteemed honour.

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

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.

If you require accommodation due to disability during recruitment, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] for assistance.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization. We aim to attract, engage, and develop a workforce reflecting the diverse communities we serve, believing that diversity is key to our growth and success.