Personal Support Worker Trainee- Paid Training Program

Saint Elizabeth; Welland; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a respected not-for-profit social enterprise as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) through SE Health's sponsored training program. This exciting role promises comprehensive training while you earn valuable certifications and gain hands-on experience in supporting community health. We value compassion, communication, and adaptability as you embark on your career to make a meaningful difference in clients' lives.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Benefits

Pension plan

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Must have updated immunizations and a recent negative Tuberculosis test.
• Ability to travel and attend meetings to support patient needs.
• Clear police and vulnerable sector checks upon job offer.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care activities and household management.
• Provide general support to individuals in community settings.
• Complete required in-person skills labs and placements during training.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Effective communicator

Good problem-solving skills

Excellent organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certification

Valid G or G2 driver’s license

Job description

Start an exciting new career with SE Health! Earn your Personal Support Worker (PSW) certification.

Investing in You so Together we can Help People in Need

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SE Health is excited to offer a sponsored training program designed to equip a new generation of passionate PSWs with the skills needed to support our communities.

Are you someone who wants to channel your energy and passion into caring for others? We are seeking committed, compassionate individuals capable of multitasking to meet various challenges.

This 6-month training program includes:

1. Five (5) weeks of PAID PSW Training at $19.05/hr, Monday to Friday, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
2. Candidates who successfully complete the first 5 weeks will be paid to work part-time in the community with SE Health while continuing their education.
3. The program continues with 4 months of virtual learning, 3 weeks of in-person skills labs, and required placements.
4. Training covers personal care activities, household management, and general support.

Who You Are:

• Caring and compassionate
• Calm under pressure
• Effective communicator (written and verbal)
• Friendly and collaborative
• Comfortable working independently and taking direction
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills and adaptability in changing environments
• Ability to recognize safety concerns

Requirements:

• Ability to travel and attend meetings to support patient needs
• Valid G or G2 driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certification within 3 weeks of start date
• Proof of updated immunizations (MMR, Varicella/Zosters, Hep B, Tetanus) and a recent negative Tuberculosis test (within last 6 months)
• Clear police and vulnerable sector checks (upon job offer)

About SE Health:

At SE Health, we love what we do. We bring hope and happiness to clients, homes, and communities across Canada. We treat everyone with dignity and love, building empathy and doing the right thing. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we share knowledge, provide top-quality care, and help clients achieve their health and wellbeing goals. We offer a supportive, inclusive workplace with competitive pay, benefits, pension, and work-life balance. Join us and make a difference.

In accordance with public health guidelines, SE Health requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, meaning two doses and 14 days since the last dose.

If you need accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at campus.sehc.com.