Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Ottawa West - FT, PT, DL

Choicehomecare; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care service provider in Ottawa seeks dedicated Personal Support Workers to deliver exceptional in-home care. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, mobility, and light housekeeping. The ideal candidate will have a PSW certificate and experience, with strong communication skills. Benefits include competitive pay, paid KM's, and flexible scheduling to match your availability.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Paid KM's between clients

Paid orientation

Continuous training and support

RRSP matching program

Health insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in a similar role.
• Valid police vulnerable sectors check.
• Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray.
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.
• Availability to work every other weekend.
• Ability to communicate in other languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily activities and personal care.
• Help with mobility and light housekeeping.
• Create activity plans and report effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Ability to work well independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Personal Support Worker certificate or equivalent

Tools

Mobile phone

Driver's license

Job description

Overview

Position: Personal Support Workers – Home Care. Full Time and Part Time Available

Location: Ottawa West

Team Choice has over a decade of experience since 2011 serving families in the Ottawa area. From companionship services through complex care, we help families by delivering customized and well-rounded care that honours their wish to stay home safely. No matter the situation, we will always be here for you.

Team Choice is looking for compassionate caregivers to join our team. You must be a citizen, a permanent resident, or a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit.

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

Responsibilities

Responsibilities: 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.

Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker certificate or equivalent (HSW, HCA, RPN, RN, foreign trained health professional) with a minimum one year experience
• Valid police vulnerable sectors check (completed within the past 12 months)
• Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray (completed within the past 12 months)
• Valid driver\'s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Proficiency to communicate in English (verbal and written)
• Availability to work every other weekend
• Reliability and Flexibility
• Ability to speak other languages is considered an asset
• Access to internet/mobile phone
• High energy and excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with annual increases
• Paid KM\'s between clients
• PAID orientation
• Celebration and recognition awards for eligible employees
• FT and PT 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/PPE
• Continuous training and support to build your skills and increase career opportunities
• RRSP matching program
• Co-pay comprehensive health coverage
• Employee Life, Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• CAA roadside assistance program and buyer discount program
• Amazing referral bonuses – it’s our way to say thank you for adding to our exception team