Personal Support Worker - St Catharines

CBI Home Health; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent home health care provider in the Niagara Region is seeking dedicated Personal Support Workers to assist clients with personal care at home. Ideal candidates will have a Personal Support Worker Certificate and strong communication skills. The role offers flexible full-time and part-time opportunities with competitive wages, travel allowances, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join our team to make a meaningful difference in clients' lives.

Benefits

Competitive wage of $22.22 per hour

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Paid orientation and ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Weekend Premiums

Early Access to Your Pay!

Qualifications

• A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 12 months.
• Proof of a negative TB test within the last 12 months and an up-to-date immunization record.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with personal care and mobility in their homes.
• Observe, document, and report changes in client conditions.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks as indicated in client care plans.

Skills

Strong verbal and written English communication skills

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. (16 kg)

Reliability

Organization skills

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

A Valid Driver's License and Insurance are required for this position.

Your role with clients: As a caring, responsible health care team member, you will support clients to be as safe and independent in their homes as possible, helping them to live their best lives. You will provide personal care to clients in their home, and may assist them to mobilize and perform light exercises. You will act at all times with the client and their family at the heart of all you do, observing, documenting, and reporting any changes in their condition to your Manager / Supervisor. You may be required to perform light housekeeping tasks as indicated in client care plans.

What You’ll Receive (Total Rewards)

• Competitive wage of $22.22 per hour with transportation allowance on all client visits
• Full Time & Part Time opportunities
• Flexible DAY and AFTERNOON shifts between 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm or 3pm-11pm
• Travel in Community in Zones – North St. Catharines, South St. Catharines / Thorold, Welland / Fonthill / Fenwick / Wainfleet, Grimsby, Lincoln and Niagara Falls
• A Valid Driver's License and Insurance are required
• Weekend Premiums
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, Group RRSP and Retirement Saving Program
• Employee Perks and Discount Programs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Early Access to Your Pay! On-demand access before payday up to $200 daily when you need it most
• PSWs may be eligible for Health Force Ontario's $10,000 PSW Incentives with a full time commitment
• Paid orientation and ongoing training
• Career development and progression opportunities

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• Your Personal Support Worker Certificate or equivalent

Equivalencies

• Home Support Worker Level I, II or III, Health Care Aid, Personal Attendant (PA+2), Developmental Support Worker, OTA / PTA, Paramedic
• Internationally Trained Registered Nurse / Registered Practical Nurse (RN / RPN), Midwife or Physicians
• Students currently enrolled post 1st year in Nursing, Rehab, Medicine or Paramedicine programs
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification, Level C
• A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 12 months
• Proof of a negative TB test within the last 12 months and an up-to-date immunization record
• Ability to travel from home to home within the community
• Commitment to work every other weekend, minimum 5 hours both Saturday and Sunday
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills required; the ability to communicate in French or other languages is considered an asset
• Reliability and strong organization skills
• Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs. (16 kg)

When you join our team as a Personal Support Worker, member of S.E.I.U. LOCAL 1 Canada (union), you’ll belong to one of Canada’s leaders in the healthcare industry with 250 locations across the country. As one of the largest healthcare networks in Canada, we’re proud to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Platinum Member and Canada’s 10 Most Admired Company Cultures.

Join us at CBI Home Health – Because Your Care Matters.

To learn more about CBI Home Health, please visit www.cbihomehealth.ca

CBI Home Health is committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe and accepted as their authentic selves. We actively seek qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives that help us innovate and provide the best possible care to our clients.

We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics that make each of us different.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and CBI Policies on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of our hiring process. Please inform your recruiter if you have any accommodation requests.

HHEAST

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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