Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Temporary/Casual

Revera Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a Personal Support Worker to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will provide essential support to residents, ensuring their daily living needs are met with compassion and professionalism. You will have the opportunity to engage with residents, families, and a multi-disciplinary team, fostering an environment of trust and care. This role not only allows you to make a significant impact on the lives of seniors but also offers a supportive workplace with ongoing training and recognition programs. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for seniors, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Onboarding and continuous training

Competitive base pay

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Scholarship Program for further education

Employee appreciation events

Qualifications

• Certification in Personal Support Work or equivalent nursing education.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living activities and build trusted relationships.
• Document tasks and communicate changes in care needs effectively.

Skills

Personal Support Worker Certification

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Basic Cardiac Life Support

First Aid certification

Education

Certification from a certified educational facility

Internationally educated nurse

Tools

Electronic health record platform

Job description

Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Temporary/Casual

Apply Locations

Colonel By - 43 Aylmer Ave., Ottawa, ON K1S 5R4

Time Type: Part time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: R13534

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country, offering a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

We want YOU to join our team!

What we offer YOU

• Onboarding, continuous training, and opportunities for growth
• Competitive base pay, benefits & vacation time
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Employee perks program
• Employee appreciation and recognition
• Scholarship Program to further education
• Eligibility to apply to The Senior Living CaRES Fund
• Be part of an experienced organization
• Corporate and social responsibility causes

How YOU make a difference

PSWs support and deliver on all personalized activities of daily living that meet our resident’s needs, including ambulatory support, personal hygiene, companionship, and nutritional support. They are integral to our multi-disciplinary team, building trusted relationships with residents, families, and teams through effective communication.

PSWs document the completion of tasks on an electronic health record platform and quickly communicate changes in resident care needs to clinical leads.

What YOU bring

• Personal Support Worker Certification from a certified educational facility OR internationally educated nurse
• Strong drive, respect, and understanding of the emotional and physical demands of the role
• Focus on teamwork and customer service with the ability to build trusted relationships
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Volunteer/working experience in a Senior Living setting is an asset, not required
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required
• Current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or willingness to obtain one

How we recognize YOU

• Service recognition
• Employee appreciation events
• An open and engaging team that welcomes input for new ideas and programs

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive and will provide accommodation for candidates upon request.

About Us

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country, offering a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

The Mission of Cogir Senior Living

Human beings are the focus of our mission which is “real estate with purpose”. They are the foundation of our culture and priority. Every workday is a unique experience in a healthy environment with inspiring leaders who set clear goals, acknowledge efforts, and encourage internal advancement, reflecting the needs of today for a healthy work-life balance.