Personal Support Worker (PSW) (Casual) - Riverbend Place

EXTENDICARE; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Growth opportunities

Perks program

Benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare Riverbend Place in Cambridge, Ontario is seeking a Personal Support Worker to provide direct care to residents in accordance with policies and routines. You will support mobility, personal care, and daily living activities while fostering dignity and comfort.

This part-time position offers day, evening, and night shifts with competitive hourly wages, a mentorship culture, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• PSW certification required from an Ontario post-secondary institution or district school board.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including bending, reaching and lifting.
• Experience with older adults is an asset; strong service orientation.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Flexibility

English literacy

Education

PSW certification

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 Riverbend Place Home, located in Cambridge, Ontario.

Available opportunities include: Casual; Day/Evening/Night shifts

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, from an Ontario post-secondary institution or district school board that meets the requirement set by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities
• Able to perform physical tasks and duties, including frequent bending, reaching, and lifting
• Compassion, professionalism, and respect
• Experience with an older adult population an asset
• Strong customer and resident service skills. Experience in a high paced customer service setting an asset
• Flexible and willingness to learn new tasks
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to quickly changing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English (other languages an asset)

What you’ll get

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long 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 123 owned and operated long-term care homes, as well as our home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 22,000 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision for a future where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

$26.35 - $29.03

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

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.

Extendicare 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.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the hiring process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

We 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.