Personal Support Worker (PSW)

CarePartners; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health care provider in Peterborough, Ontario, seeks dedicated Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to provide essential daily living assistance and support to patients in home and community settings. Ideal candidates will possess a strong commitment to patient care, exceptional interpersonal skills, and availability for non-traditional hours. The role offers competitive wages, various bonuses, and opportunities for education and training.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Sign-on bonus of $750

Paid mileage

Health & dental benefits

Flexible hours

Opportunities for continuing education

Qualifications

• Strong desire to make a difference in patients' lives.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Current vulnerable sector check screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities such as personal care.
• Promote a safe environment with proper body mechanics.
• Provide emotional support to the patient.
• Prepare nutritious meals as per care plans.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work ability

Team collaboration

Adaptability to non-traditional hours

Education

Certificate as a Personal Support Worker

Enrollment in a Nursing program

Job description

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 in patients in the Bridgenorth / North Peterborough and Eastern Counties of Peterborough, ON City area. Are you someone we should meet?

What We Offer

• Competitive Wages, Incentives and Perks
• Competitive wage grid $20.96 to $23.20 per hour
• A special $750 bonus for signing with CarePartners
• PAID MILEAGE at 0.45 per / km PLUS travel time
• Paid orientation and hands-on mentoring from experienced, caring staff
• Access to group discounts, including exclusive discounts from various retailers
• Total rewards program which includes health & dental benefits
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members
• Flexible hours and a variety of assignments
• Opportunities for continuing education and training
• Hands on mentoring and leadership support
• Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare services

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 (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
• From an approved PSW program in Ontario (on or after April 1, 2024)
• in exchange for a commitment to work with us, position for 12 months, payable at 6 months and 12 months must meet HFO eligibility and HFO eligibility status

and an additional $10,000 relocation bonus

• when relocating to rural, remote or northern area and committing to working with us for 12 months, payable at start and 6 months

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.