Personal Support Worker / PSW Position in North York

ComForCare; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Toronto is seeking a Personal Support Worker to assist clients with daily activities. The role includes providing companionship, medication reminders, and meal preparation. Candidates should have completed a Personal Support Worker course and have experience in caregiving. Flexibility in scheduling is offered. This role prioritizes safety and includes COVID-19 training and PPE provisions.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Provincial-approved Personal Support Worker course.
• At least six months experience as a Caregiver.
• Has a Police Vulnerable Sector Reference Check or willing to obtain.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to do light cleaning and lifting.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and respite services for families.
• Assist with medication reminders.
• Cook meals tailored to client's diet.
• Supervise physical and mental exercise routines.
• Encourage client's use of meditation courses.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Basic Cooking Skills

Physical Assistance

Education

Provincial-approved Personal Support Worker course

Tools

Food Handler's Certificate

Job description

Overview

Details of available opening: Morning Shifts, 4 hours, Monday to Friday. The PSW must be able to work in North York along Yonge Street. MUST HAVE RECEIVED COVID-19 VACCINATION (2 vaccines + 1 booster). Owning 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.
• Flexible schedules available.

Responsibilities

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 9s diet choices
    • Provide a safe environment for 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 0use of meditation courses

Qualifications

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.