Personal Support Worker, Rideaucrest Home, Regular Part-Time (up to 4)

City of Kingston; Kingston; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Kingston’s Rideaucrest Home is seeking a Personal Support Worker for Regular Part-Time (up to 4). You will assist residents with essential needs under registered staff, promoting restorative care in ADLs and supporting quality of life.

This role requires compassionate interaction with seniors, excellent communication, and reliability. We value teamwork, confidentiality, and ongoing learning in a respectful, community-focused long-term care setting in Kingston.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent; verification required.
• Completion of a recognized Personal Support Worker program.
• At least 1 year of customer service experience; long-term care experience preferred.
• First Aid/CPR; Palliative Care and Alzheimer’s training are assets.
• Must demonstrate Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability and Innovation values.
• Ability to interact with seniors in a caring and respectful manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cooperative team with staff, families, residents, volunteers and outside agencies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize.
• Knowledge of gerontology and a compassionate, ethical approach.
• Maintain confidentiality; promote safe work practices.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and development.
• Availability to work days, evenings, nights and weekends.
• Able to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Proof of TB screening; immunity to diseases; satisfactory criminal record check including Vulnerable Sector.

Responsibilities

• Maintain residents’ personal hygiene to high standards, including bathing, shaving, hair and skin care.
• Monitor and assist residents during meals; report and document information.
• Lift, transfer and transport residents using proper safety techniques and equipment.
• Collaborate with care team to discuss plans and ensure safety and comfort.
• Encourage independence in daily activities and residents’ participation.
• Observe residents and report incidents or changes in condition promptly.
• Use care plans and assignment sheets to plan care; understand individualized needs.
• Provide social support and encourage interactions respecting residents’ choices.
• Keep all documentation timely and accurate per standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Willingness to learn

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent education

Personal Support Worker Program completion

First Aid/CPR Certificate

Palliative Care training

Alzheimer Care training

Criminal record check including Vulnerable Sector

TB screening proof

Job description

Personal Support Worker, Rideaucrest Home, Regular Part-Time (up to 4)

The Details

Job Title:

Personal Support Worker, Rideaucrest Home, Regular Part-Time (up to 4)

Job Number:

J0926-0269

Job Code:

09C050

Job Category:

Nursing & Resident Care

Location:

Bargaining Unit:

CUPE

Job Type:

Part Time

Employment Type:

Replacement

Number of Positions:

3

Hours of Work:

Up to 75 hrs/2 wks

$28.17 - $34.59/Hour

Date Posted:

October 23, 2026

Closing Date:

November 6, 2026

The Role

Under the supervision of registered staff, assist and support residents to meet their essential, behavioral, emotional, spiritual and physical needs. This position promotes restorative care in activities of daily living (ADL) while maintaining the goal of maximum quality of life for residents.

Rideaucrest Home provides high-quality, compassionate long-term care for Kingston residents. Our team works together to create a safe, supportive environment where residents feel valued and cared for every day.

We deliver personalized health care and daily support to residents. Our team ensures comfort, dignity, and well-being through medication administration and ongoing monitoring.

What you'll do...

• Ensure resident’s personal hygiene is maintained to high standards of practice including, but not limited to, bathing, shaving and care of hair, mouth, nails and skin
• Monitor and assist residents during meal times; report and document relevant information
• Lift, transfer and transport residents using proper safety techniques and correct body mechanics and equipment
• Participate with other care team members in exchanging information, contributing to care plans, following programs and ensuring optimum levels of health, safety and comfort for residents
• Promote independence in activities of daily living by encouraging resident activities and interests
• Observe residents and promptly report incidents, accidents or changes in condition
• Use resident care plan and assignment sheets in the planning of care, obtaining sufficient knowledge about individualized needs prior to providing care
• Provide support and assistance to resident’s social needs, provide stimulation and encourage interactions respecting their independence and personal choices to ensure the residents total well being
• Maintain all required documentation in a timely and accurate manner, according to established standards
• Other duties as assigned

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent education (verification will be required)
• Successful completion of a recognized Personal Support Worker Program
• One (1) year customer service experience
• Experience in a long-term care setting preferred
• First Aid/CPR Certificate, Palliative Care training and Alzheimer Care training an asset
• Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation
• Demonstrated ability to interact with seniors in a caring and respectful manner;
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member in a cooperative manner with all members of staff, families, residents, volunteers and outside agencies;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that demonstrate an ability to relate to others and work well with peers and residents of the Home;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize;
• Possess skills in gerontology and focus on special care needs with empathy, respect and a supportive approach, ensuring ethical practices at all times;
• Able to maintain confidentiality;
• Commitment to promoting and following safe work practices;
• Committed to ongoing learning and development;
• Must be available to work days, evenings, nights and weekends;
• Able to perform the essential duties of the job;
• Proof of recent screening for Tuberculosis (TB);
• Proof of immunity to communicable diseases;
• Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check, including Vulnerable Sector.

Why us?

Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, innovative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all.

We’re more than just a municipal government - we’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and community-builders who take pride in shaping the place we call home. As an employer, we’re committed to your growth, your well-being, and creating an environment where every voice counts. Your career is more than a job - it’s where your impact begins.

Why you’ll love it here…

We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long-term disability. Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment.

In addition, employees may enjoy access to:

• OMERS defined pension plan
• Vacation entitlements
• Employee wellness and assistance programs and resources
• Ongoing training and education opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Corporate perks such as discounted transit and fitness passes
• Learning & development resources and networks
• Relocation assistance and local resources

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Our commitment

The City of Kingston acknowledges that we are on the traditional homeland of the Anishinabek, Haudenosaunee, and the Huron-Wendat, and thanks these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land.

Today, the City is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.

Learn more about the City's reconciliation initiatives .