Personal Support Worker-TCU

Bayshore HealthCare Ltd.; Barrie; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to enhancing the lives of patients in the Barrie area. As a Personal Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in delivering compassionate care within long-term care facilities. Enjoy flexible shifts that cater to your personal and professional needs while receiving competitive pay and benefits. This role not only allows you to make a significant impact on patients' lives but also supports your career growth and educational advancement. If you are passionate about patient care and looking for a rewarding opportunity, we invite you to apply and be part of our supportive team.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible scheduling

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• PSW certificate from an Ontario Community College or approved private career college.
• Must have clinical or work experience as a PSW within the past two years.

Responsibilities

• Perform floor and observational care duties to promote patient well-being.
• Assist nursing staff and follow care plans with minimal supervision.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Physical endurance

Ability to follow care plans

Education

Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate

Approved Ontario Board of Education PSW Program

Tools

BCLS-HCP certification

N95 Mask Fit Test Certificate

Job description

Carecor is looking for dedicated and compassionate Personal Support Workers to join our team in the Barrie Area for Long-Term Care Facilities. We’re ready when you are!

Under the direction of facility nursing staff, you will perform floor and observational care duties to promote the physical, social, and emotional well-being of patients. Each assignment involves a full 8-12 hour shift at one facility. This is a casual position with flexible shifts.

Why Join Us

• Join for the job, stay for the experience – Carecor proudly holds contracts with leading hospitals and long-term care facilities across the Greater Toronto Area, providing a safe and supportive work environment. Our diverse placements help develop your career with each new experience.
• Get the shifts you want, when you want – We empower you to manage your career with flexible schedules that accommodate your personal and professional needs. Our staffing coordinators, many of whom are former healthcare workers, will match you with the best shifts. Your shift options are endless!
• Competitive benefits – We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and an employee benefits program covering health, dental, and life insurance needs.
• Be your best self – We care about your well-being. Our team is dedicated to building strong relationships by listening to your needs and providing tools, guidance, and support for success. Your time with us can support your career growth and educational advancement.

Job Qualifications

Our high standards, recognized by Accreditation Canada, reflect our commitment to quality patient care and hiring practices.

• Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate from an Ontario Community College or approved private career college, with successful completion of the final exam by the National Association of Career Colleges (NACC);
• OR an approved Ontario Board of Education PSW Program;
• Must have clinical or work experience as a PSW within the past two years, preferably in LTC;
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including:
• Push/pull up to 250 pounds;
• Working at/above shoulder height;
• Standing and walking for long periods;
• Frequent bending, twisting, reaching, and crouching;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to follow care plans with minimal supervision;
• Proof of current immunizations for MMRV, tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, and hepatitis B;
• Proof of negative two-step TB skin test within the past year or a negative chest x-ray within five years;
• Current BCLS-HCP certification;
• Current N95 Mask Fit Test Certificate (within 2 years);
• Willingness to undergo a Vulnerable Sector Police Check;

Additional requirements include the ability to work at multiple locations, drive, and access to a reliable vehicle. A PSW certification with six months of Canadian work experience in acute, TCU, or LTC settings is required.

Please note: As per recent government mandates, healthcare workers must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination before employment begins.

About Us

For over 35 years, Carecor has been helping healthcare workers take control of their careers.

Carecor Health Services Ltd., a subsidiary of Bayshore HealthCare, is a leading provider of home and community health services.

We are committed to accessibility and compliance with provincial legislation.

We thank all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.