Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Hawkesbury and Surrounding Areas - FT, DL

Choice Homecare Inc.; Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay ($21–$23/hour)

Paid mileage between clients

Paid orientation

Awards and recognition

Full/Part-time schedules

24/7 nurse support on shift

Benefits including health coverage and

RRSP matching

Job summary

Choice Homecare Inc. is seeking Personal Support Workers to provide exceptional community in-home client care in Hawkesbury and surrounding areas. The role involves assisting with daily activities and mobility, with scheduling options for part-time or full-time availability.

Candidates must hold a valid PSPW certification (or equivalent), have at least one year of experience, and be proficient in English. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required, with police check

Qualifications

• Must be Certified Personal Support Worker or equivalent with minimum one year experience.
• Proficient in communicating in English (verbal and written).
• Valid police vulnerable sectors check (within past 12 months).
• Commitment to client care through reliability and flexibility.
• TB skin test or chest x-ray within past 12 months.
• Must have valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle with proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and personal care.
• Assist with mobility and light housekeeping.
• Effective reporting to nurse manager and care planning.
• Create activity plans for clients.

Skills

English communication

Reliability & flexibility

Education

Certified Personal Support Worker

Tools

Driver's license

Vehicle with insurance

Job description

Position: Personal Support Workers (PSW) – Community Care Part Time & Full Time Availability Location: Hawkesburyand Surrounding Areas

Choice Healthcare is a recognized and Accredited Healthcare provider serving families in the Ottawa and Champlain area. From companionship services through complex care, we support families by delivering customized and well-rounded care that honours their wish to safely remain athome. No matter the situation, we will always be here for you.

We are currently seeking PSWs to provide exceptional community in-home client care using their acquired skills to become an active member in planning for your client’s care with the assistance of the nurse manager. Choice Healthcare is seeking individuals who want to bring joy to clients, offering the best quality of life. If that is important to you then Choice Healthcare wants you to be a part of our team!

Choice Healthcare offers:

• Competitive compensation ranges between $21and $23 per hourwith annual raises
• Paid kilometers between clients
• PAID orientation
• Celebration and recognition awards for eligible employees
• Full Time and Part Time schedules available – this way we can build your schedule based on your availability
• Caregiver/Client matching system to ensure needs will be mutually met as per culture, temperament, skills and experience
• Live 24/7 nurse and scheduling support while on shift
• A safe and comfortable work environment including Personal Protective Equipment and flexible scheduling
• Continuous training and support to build your skills and increase career opportunities
• Company sponsored Benefit plan includes
  • Premium co-pay with comprehensive health coverage including prescription, health professional, and vision care.
  • Employee Life, Dependent Lifeand Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • CAA roadside assistance program and buyer discount program
  • RRSP matching program
• Employee engagement opportunities

Duties and Responsibilities:

Include, but are not limited to, assisting with daily activities, personal care, assisting with mobility, light housekeeping, effective reporting and creating activity plans.

Choice Healthcare requires candidates who:

• Are Certified Personal Support Workers or equivalent (HSW, HCA, RPN, RN, foreign trained health professional) with a minimum one year experience
• Are proficientin communicatingin English (verbal and written)
• Have a valid police vulnerable sectors check (completed within the past 12 months)
• Demonstrate acommitmentto client care through reliability and flexibility
• Have a negative TB skin test or chest x-ray (completed within the past 12 months)
• Have valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle with proof of insurance
• Are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or temporary residentsof Canada with a valid work permit with a minimum of six months priorto expiration.
• Availabilityto work every other weekend
• Ability to speak French is highly desired
• Have internet access through a mobile device
• Have high energy and drive to deliver excellent care through strong communication skills