Personal Support Worker/PSW Position in North York

ComForCare; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking caring and compassionate team members to join their dynamic caregiving team. This role involves providing companionship, assisting with medication reminders, and preparing meals tailored to clients' dietary needs. Ideal candidates will have completed a Provincial-approved Personal Support Worker course and possess a passion for helping others. Join a company that values meaningful relationships and celebrates successes while ensuring a safe and supportive environment for both clients and caregivers. If you're eager to make a difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

COVID-19 training

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Great Place To Work certification

Qualifications

• Completion of a PSW course and at least 6 months of caregiving experience.
• Ability to assist clients with medication and meal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and homemaking activities for clients.
• Assist clients with medication reminders and meal preparation.

Skills

Compassionate Caregiving

Meal Preparation

Communication Skills

Household Management

Physical Assistance

Education

Provincial-approved Personal Support Worker course

Tools

Food Handler's Certificate

Job description

Details of available opening: - Morning Shifts, 4 hours, Monday to Friday

• The PSW must be able to work in North York along Yonge Street
• Owning a private vehicle is an asset
• Ability to cook/prepare meals is an asset
• Looking to hire immediately

Live your best life possible by helping others live theirs.

Our Caregivers are the heart and soul of what we do. At ComForCare, we like to celebrate successes and have fun while building meaningful relationships.

We’re on the lookout for caring and compassionate team members:

• Help others, and make a difference in your community.
• Build meaningful relationships with your clients.

What you’ll be doing:

• Essential Functions:

Companion / Sitter / Household Management: Provide companionship and respite services for family. Perform homemaking activities which include (but are not limited to): vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, doing laundry, and cleaning bathrooms.

Medication Services: Assist with medication reminders that the client self-administers.

Meal Preparation: Food Handler's Certificate - an asset. Able to cook meals tailored to client's diet choices. Provide a safe environment for the client while cooking (sharps, clean floor, etc.).

Social Skills: Energetic and outwardly positive person. Capable of supervising physical and mental exercise routines. Able to creatively encourage client's use of meditation courses.

What we're looking for:

• Qualifications / Educational Requirements:

Successful completion of a Provincial-approved Personal Support Worker course. At least six months experience as a Caregiver (in homes or facilities). Has a Police Vulnerable Sector Reference Check or willing to obtain within 6 months. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job. Ability to do light-cleaning and lifting (transferring clients, repositioning, and laundry). Ability to speak another language is an asset. Obtained Food Handler's Certificate and able to cook well-balanced meals is an asset. Driver's License (G) is an asset.

Your safety is our top priority. We provide COVID-19 training and personal protective equipment (PPE) to all employees.

ComForCare North York is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

Join our team and be a part of a certified Great Place To Work! Thousands of ComForCare employees were surveyed and the response was overwhelmingly positive, with 90% agreeing that ComForCare is in fact a Great Place To Work.