PSW/HSW Live in

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Health Care is hiring Personal Support Workers (PSWs) and Home Support Workers (HSWs) for Live In shifts (10-12 hours) in Toronto. You will work closely with patients and families delivering personal care and daily living support to help them recover at home.

We value compassionate, skilled healthcare professionals and invite qualified applicants to join a top Canadian employer recognized among Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid PSW certificate or equivalent (term 1 of PSW program acceptable)
• RN/RPN student with year 1 completed is eligible
• Internationally licensed nurse, midwife or physician may apply
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and lifting up to 23 kg
• Proficient English communication, both written and spoken

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and activities of daily living to clients in their homes
• Support clients to recover safely from illness or aging in place
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care and effective communication

Skills

Physical ability

Excellent personal care

Customer service

First Aid/CPR

English communication

Education

PSW certificate (or equivalent)

RN/RPN student (year 1)

Internationally licensed nurse/midwife/physician

Job description

We are currently hiringPersonal Support Workers (PSWs)and Home Support Workers (HSWs) for Live In shifts (10-12 hours) in Toronto.

At Spectrum Health Care our mission is re-imagining home care for clients and families to provide products and services they need, whenever care is required, delivered by the most qualified and compassionate staff.

By joining Spectrum Health Care you will be part of one ofCanada’s Best Managed companiesand a committed member of a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals.

Job Description

Personal and Home Support Workers play a pivotal role in our health care system. At Spectrum Health Care, they work closely with our patients and their families, providing personal care and support with activities of daily living. The care provided ensures patients can recover safely from an acute illness or remain in their homes throughout the aging process.

Qualifications

• Haveoneof the following qualifications (required):
  • Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or the Ministry of Education approved program or Supportive Care Worker Certificate, Health Care Aide Certificate or completion of Term 1 of a PSW program
  • RN/RPN Student who with a minimum successful completion of year one of the program
  • Internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife or Physician
• Physical ability to meet the demands of the job (ex: ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel and reach freely for extended periods,ability to lift 23 kg independently, ability to assist clients with standing, walking, sitting; able to reposition clients in bed)
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional personal care and customer service
• Valid First Aid and Level C CPR
• Updated immunization record including TB Test
• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills(Additional language skills considered an asset)

Additional Information

This position is a current vacancy

Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.

We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at ([e-mail]) for assistance.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.

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