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 dedicated Personal Support Workers in Thornhill to provide essential personal care and support to patients. This role involves assisting with daily living activities and ensuring patient comfort and safety. Join a team recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and make a meaningful impact in the healthcare system.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Flexible hours

Paid sick days

Pension options

Rural and weekend premiums

Qualifications

• Valid PSW Certificate or equivalent required.
• G2/G License with access to a vehicle.
• Physical ability to meet job demands.

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

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

RN/RPN Student

Internationally licensed Nurse

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

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

Job Description

Personal Support Workers play a pivotal 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 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 is required.

Qualifications

1. Have one of the following qualifications (required):
   • Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or an approved program by the Ministry of Education.
   • 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, reposition clients in bed).
4. Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional personal care and customer service.
5. Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certification.
6. Updated immunization record including TB Test (within the last 6 months).
7. Proficient verbal and written English communication skills (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 companies across Canada for performance, growth, strategy, innovation, culture, and leadership. Learn more about this esteemed honor.

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 upon request for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

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

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