Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Extendicare; Port Hope; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Canada is seeking a Personal Support Worker (PSW) for their Port Hope Home. This part-time role involves providing direct care to residents, including assistance with mobility, feeding, and emotional support. Candidates must have PSW certification and the ability to perform physical duties. Join a dedicated team committed to enriching lives through quality care.

Benefits

Continuous mentorship

Robust benefits package

Employee Perks and Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• PSW certification required.
• Able to perform physical tasks including frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Demonstrate professionalism and respect.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with mobility, feeding, bathing, and personal grooming.
• Encourage resident participation in activities.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents.

Skills

PSW certification

Compassion

Ability to communicate effectively in English

Job description

Job Description

Personal Support Worker (PSW)

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our PSW team, you will provide direct care to residents in accordance with policies, procedures, and work routines.

This position is for our Extendicare Port Hope Home, located in Port Hope, ON.

Available opportunities include: Part-Time; Days/Evening/Night shifts.

Extendicare is pleased to partner with HealthForceOntario (HFO) as an approved employer for the PSW Return Of Service (PSWROS), which provides a $5,000 retention bonus to eligible PSWs in exchange for a 6-month, full-time commitment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist residents with mobility, feeding, bathing, toileting, and personal grooming.
• Encourage resident participation in activities and programs.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents and families.

What You Bring

• PSW certification.
• Able to perform physical tasks and duties, including frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Compassion, professionalism, and respect.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

What You’ll Get

• Continuous mentorship, support for lifelong learning, and growth opportunities.
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.
• Employee Perks and Recognition Programs.
• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Time Type

Part time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.