Personal Support Worker (Temporary Part Time Day Shift)

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care; Markham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading senior care provider in Markham is seeking a Personal Support Worker for temporary part-time day shifts. The role involves providing personal care to clients, supporting their daily activities, and complying with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have completed a Personal Support Worker course and possess strong customer service skills. This position offers competitive pay and professional development opportunities in a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package

Multi-employer pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Safe and supportive work environment

Employee education assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care setting an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and problem solve.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to clients in daily activities.
• Support physical, social and emotional needs of clients.
• Comply with relevant government standards and residents' rights.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to converse in Chinese

Education

Graduate of an approved Personal Support Worker course

Current CPR Certificate

Registration with HSCPOA

Tools

Point Click Care

MS Office

Job description

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Personal Support Worker (Temporary Part Time Day Shift)

Apply locations Markham time type Part time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: August 7, 2025 (4 days left to apply) job requisition id JR996

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (Yee Hong) is a recognized leader in senior care, dedicated to providing exceptional, culturally inclusive services that enhance the well-being of older adults. With a strong reputation for excellence in long-term care, community programs, and aging-in-place initiatives, Yee Hong is committed to supporting seniors in living with dignity, independence, and the best possible quality of life. At the core of its mission is a focus on compassionate, person-centered care tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities.

Yee Hong is one of the foremost providers of culturally appropriate senior care in the country, delivering high-quality resident experience and care to Chinese and other Asian seniors since 1994. The organization operates 805 long-term care beds and 308 seniors’ apartment units, with an additional 224 long-term care beds opening in a new home by June 2026. In addition, Yee Hong offers four campuses of managed care, a hospice residence, and a wide range of community-based senior and caregiver support services. Through this comprehensive network, the organization serves more than 15,000 individuals annually across the Greater Toronto Area.

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) will provide personal care to assist clients in their daily activities and personal hygiene. The PSW will support the clients' physical, social and emotional needs in a safe manner, in accordance with the organization's resident-centred approach, complying with relevant government standards, residents' rights and the organizations mission and philosophy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Personal Support Worker course in Ontario, or equivalent

• Experience in long term care setting an asset

• Current CPR Certificate

• Registration with Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA) preferred.

• Resident-centred care focus with strong customer service and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem-solve and time manage

• Ability to work independently as well as be an active, positive team player

• Behavioural management training (Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA), U-First, CPI) an asset

• Computer literacy (Point Click Care, MS Office). Basic knowledge of Workday an asset.

• Ability to speak and converse in Chinese an asset

Additional Information
Working Conditions:

• Considerable standing, walking, lifting and bending

• Exposure to all resident care elements through regular resident contact.

• Ability to work day shifts, including weekends and short shifts. May be required to work an alternate shift(s) to meet operational needs (e.g., emergency, training, accommodation, etc.) as per scheduling practices

• This is a temporary position for 3 months, with possibility of extension

Posting End Date:

2025-08-01

Starting Rate:

$25.41

Salary Range:

$25.41 - $27.62

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Our people are our greatest strength and the core of our success. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and support their ongoing learning and development. We offer:

• Competitive total compensation package

• Multi-employer pension plan

• Professional development opportunities

• Ongoing learning and development

• Employee education assistance program

• Award winning corporate culture

• Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment

Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.

Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate.