Personal Support Worker (PSW)

ParaMed; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage compensation

Company-paid mobile devices

Health and dental benefit plans

Job summary

ParaMed is seeking a Personal Support Worker to join our home and community care team. You will support patients in their homes and communities, assisting with daily living activities and promoting independence.

The role offers best-in-class training, mileage compensation, and both part-time and full-time opportunities. A valid PSW certificate and driver license with access to a vehicle are required, along with a Vulnerable Sector Screen.

Qualifications

• Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate required.
• Compassion and care when interacting with patients.
• Reliability and flexibility in changing home-care environments.
• Valid driver license and access to a vehicle for area travel.
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Screen is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living including skin, hair, and oral care along with bathing, toileting, and peri-care.
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks per the care plan.
• Provide basic housekeeping tasks and companionship to enhance quality of life.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication

Customer care

Education

Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate

Job description

Job DescriptionThis position is located in Dryden and Sioux Lookout, Ontario.As a Personal Support Worker (PSW) you will be an integral part of the home and community care team. You will support, encourage and provide independence for patients in their homes and community settings by assisting with activities of daily living.Why you’ll love working here:Best in class training and development programsCelebration and Recognition programsComprehensive health and dental benefit plansCompany paid mobile devicesEmployee perks and exclusive offersMileage compensationPart-Time and Full-Time opportunities availableWhat you’ll do:Assist patients with activities of daily living including skin, hair, and oral care along with bathing, toileting, & peri-carePrepare nutritious meals and snacks, including special diets, as determined by the care planProvide basic housekeeping tasks and companionship to help your patients enjoy a better quality of lifeWhat you bring:Valid Personal Support Worker CertificateAbility to demonstrate compassion and care when interacting with patientsReliability and flexibilityPassion for making a difference in your communityValid driver license and access to a vehicle to travel to and from patient’s residences within a geographical areaClear Vulnerable Sector ScreenThis is a newly added position.Time TypeFull timeCompensation Details$21.13 - $23.89ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail] acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.