Personal Support Worker, Temporary Part Time, LTC - Sydenham 5

Providence Care; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A long-term care home is seeking a Personal Support Worker to provide high-quality, person-centered care. The role involves assisting residents with daily activities, reporting changes in resident status, and delivering nursing care as per care plans. Candidates should possess a Personal Support Worker Certificate and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. The position offers competitive pay along with benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with benefits

Group Retirement Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Education and mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker Certificate preferred or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team player.
• Good physical condition and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Takes direction from Charge RN, RN or RPN regarding priority‑setting and the delivery of care.
• Familiarizes with care plans of assigned residents.
• Provides direct care for residents as outlined in the written care plan.
• Assists with personal hygiene and grooming.

Skills

Personal Support Worker Certificate from an approved college preferred

Proven ability to work with minimum supervision

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills

Good physical condition for physically demanding duties

Job description

Job Code: 20232

Status: Temporary Part Time (Up to 15 months)

Location: Providence Manor

Union: LiUNA

Wage: $23.04 - $24.06

Posting Period: November 4, 2025 - November 10, 2025

The Personal Support Worker, under the direction of the Assistant Director of Care, Charge RN, RN or RPN, is the primary front‑line monitor of resident well‑being and reports any changes in resident status or concerns to the registered nursing staff. The PSW assists in the delivery of high‑quality, person‑centered care on assigned Resident Home Areas. Duties are discharged in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values of Providence Care Centre, the Resident’s Bill of Rights, and the requirements of the Long‑Term Care Homes Act and Regulations. The PSW delivers basic nursing and hygiene care for residents and assists them with activities of daily living, based on assessed needs and care‑plan requirements.

Skills And Qualifications Required

• Personal Support Worker Certificate from an approved college preferred (equivalent education and experience may be considered)
• Proven ability to work with minimum supervision
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills coupled with the ability to work as a team player
• Good attendance, good physical condition, including the ability to carry out physically demanding duties is essential

Position Responsibilities

• Takes direction from Charge RN, RN or RPN regarding priority‑setting and the delivery of care.
• Familiarizes self with the care plan of residents to whom she/he is assigned to provide care.
• Follows a consistent approach when interacting with residents who may exhibit difficult behaviours.
• Provides direct‑care for residents as outlined in the written care plan or as requested by the resident. Direct care encompasses but is not limited to: assistance with activities of daily living; exercise, positioning and ambulation; bowel and bladder care; collection of specimens; any other care required to ensure resident safety and comfort (see list of particular duties and tasks below).
• Assists residents with matters of personal hygiene and grooming, which may include: toileting, bathing, showering, shampooing of hair, basic nail care, pericare, oral care of mouth, teeth and/or dentures, shaving, combing and other care as stipulated in the resident’s care plan or as requested by the resident.

Why Work At Providence Manor

• A long‑term care home with specialized care for dementia and veterans
• Committed to a person and family‑centered approach
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
• Group Retirement Pension Plan
• Corporate and Resident Home Area/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus of Healthy Workplace and Culture of Quality
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located in downtown Kingston