SDP - PSW (Italian & Spanish)

COSTI; Toronto; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

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Job summary

COSTI in Toronto, Ontario is hiring a full-time Personal Support Worker for a unionized role scheduled to work 35 hours per week.

You will provide care to seniors at the Senior Day Program, including personal care, mobility assistance, meal support, and participation in activities, reporting to the program coordinator.

Qualifications

• PSW diploma/certificate from accredited institute.
• Minimum 1 year of care experience with seniors.
• Fluency in Italian or Spanish preferred.
• VSS clearance within the past 6 months.
• WHMIS/First Aid certificates (willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provide care support in Senior Day Program per client needs.
• Assist with toileting, lifting, feeding, and mobility.
• Operate mobility devices safely for transfers.
• Escort clients to/from program site.
• Support meals, nutrition, and activities.
• Maintain equipment and follow safety regulations.

Skills

Caregiving

Patient support

Communication

Italian language

Spanish language

Education

Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate

Registration in PSW Registry

Dementia Care Certificate (asset)

Job description

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

35

Union:

Yes

Work Shift:

Remote Type:

Duration:

November 12, 2026-

Job Description:

This is a fulltime union position scheduled to work 35 hours per week

DUTIES

• Provide care support services to meet the needs of clients at the Senior Day Program.
• Provide personal related care to client based on individual needs including toileting, lifting and transferring, feeding, food cutting, and mobility assistance.
• Operate mobility devices (e.g. rollator, wheelchair, electric scooter) to aid in the lift/transfer of clients according to the established guidelines for the safe and proper usage of such equipment.
• Escorting clients in and out of program site in a safe manner.
• Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and monitoring dietary needs, ensuring that participants receive appropriate nutrition.
• Assist clients in participating daily activities including gaming, exercise and socializing
• Encourage socialization and engagement in recreational activities, fostering a sense of community among participants.
• Conduct various tasks such as assisting with set up, cleaning and sterilizing equipment and maintaining equipment.
• Support and respect clients’ independence, dignity, social, emotional and cultural wellbeing.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of participants by adhering to health and safety regulations and responding to emergencies promptly.
• Report to and assist program coordinator for issues and concerns related to clients’ care.
• Collaborate with all members of the client care team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate from an accredited Community College or other recognized educational institute.
• Minimum 1 year of previous experience providing care to senior clients in a group setting.
• Preference will be given to candidates who are fluent in Italian / Spanish.
• Registration in good standing with the Ontario Personal Support Worker Registry, as may be required by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Long-Term Care Homes Act and Regulations in relation to personal care.
• Ability to communicate with clients who are cognitively impaired and deal with responsive behaviors.
• Certificate in Dementia Care or Certificate from Alzheimer’s Society for Dementia, Depression and Delirium is considered an asset.
• Must have current WHMIS, First Aid training and Food Handling certificates (willingness to obtain).
• Required to provide a valid Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) Police check. The VSS must have been completed within the past 6 months.
• Familiar with and understands the Italian / Spanish culture.
• Demonstrated knowledge of dementia and ability to provide client-centered care.
• Ability to foster effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to follow directions, guidelines, and policies and procedures.
• Basic computer skills an asset.

We currently do not use artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or evaluate job applications

Pay Range:

$47,809.75-$50,123.76

plus benefits

COSTI encourages applications from individuals reflecting the diversity of our community. COSTI is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and when requested, will make reasonable effort to accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes when filling positions.