Riverbend Place Retirement - Personal Support Worker - Unscheduled Part Time

Extendicare; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a part-time Personal Support Worker to provide compassionate personal care and assist residents with daily living tasks in accordance with care plans and safety standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork with supervisors, adherence to regulations, and maintaining resident dignity while documenting changes, supporting mobility, meals, and personal needs within a respectful community setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Personal Support Worker program (Ontario/Alberta) with minimum 600 hours practicum
• Experience working with seniors in community health settings
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer focus
• Current Basic Life Support/First Aid certification
• Ability to perform lifting/transferring tasks
• Vulnerable Sector Check within six months

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the plan of care as determined by the supervisor
• Facilitate residents' move-in and transfers where applicable
• Observe and report on residents' care using Extendicare forms
• Assist residents with personal care and activities of daily living
• Observe changes and report to supervisor
• Escalate medical emergencies to supervisor as appropriate
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals as required
• Assist with ambulation, mobilization, transferring and adaptive aids
• Demonstrate understanding of resident needs and promote independence
• Provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support to residents and families
• Maintain resident information confidentiality
• Respond to concerns within decision-making authority and communicate with supervisor
• Maintain a safe and clean environment and nursing equipment
• Report safety concerns and advocate for resident safety
• Engage with other agencies involved in care as directed
• Attend in-services to develop knowledge and skills
• Work in a trusted role with vulnerable adults
• Uphold Extendicare's values and code of conduct
• Complete other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Mobility assistance

Education

Personal Support Worker program (Ontario)

Job description

Job Description

Personal Support Worker

Mission

The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare's standards, policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• To adhere to the plan of care as determined by the supervisor;
• To facilitate residents' move in and transfers where applicable;
• To observe and report on residents/clients care/service utilizing appropriate Extendicare forms or tools;
• To assist the resident/client with personal care and hygiene and activities of daily living;
• To observe and report on changes in residents/clients condition to supervisor;
• To escal​ate medical emergencies to supervisor or emergency medical services as appropriate;
• To plan and prepare nutritious meals as required;
• To assist with ambulation, mobilization, transferring and adaptive aids;
• To demonstrate understanding of resident/client needs and maximize abilities;
• To provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support to the resident/client/family;
• To maintain resident/client information confidentiality;
• To respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken within decision making authority and or concern communicated to supervisor;
• To assist in maintaining a safe and cleanly environment, including residents/clients equipment, belongings, and nursing equipment;
• To observe & report to the Client Service Supervisor any concerns regarding client's safety, including physical environment, implement interventions as directed by his/her supervisor & advocate on client's behalf to ensure client's safety is maintained;
• To engage with other agencies involved in resident/client care as directed;
• To attend in services to develop knowledge and skills;
• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
• To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Personal Support Worker program (or provincial equivalent certificate program with minimum 600 hours in Ontario & Alberta of theory & practicum)
• Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting
• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
• Must have demonstrated sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care duties
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required
• Ability to perform tasks that are necessary for the position, e.g. lifting/transferring clients
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

What Extendicare has to offer

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

$18.60 - $22.78

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the hiring process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.