Unit Aide, Part Time, Transitional Care Centre

Talent Pool Builder; Kingston; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP Pension

On-site cafeteria

Parking

Education opportunities

Queen's/St. Lawrence affiliation

Job summary

Providence Transitional Care Centre in Kingston, Ontario is seeking a Part-Time Unit Aide to support patients in daily living and comfort as part of an inter-professional team. The role focuses on ADLs, safety, and compassionate care within a transitional care setting.

Wage ranges from CAD 31.45 to 32.78 per hour, with opportunities for training and professional development. Qualifications include PSW diploma, graduation from secondary school, current registration preferred, and experience in

Qualifications

• Completion of Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate Program from an accredited educational institution, at minimum.
• Registration with the Registry of Personal Support Workers, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, toileting, feeding, grooming and dressing under supervision.
• Uses proper body mechanics and transfer techniques as indicated on the Bedside Assessment.
• Collaborates with inter-professional team to ensure safety and comfort for patients/clients.
• Follows care plans and contributes to patient and family orientation to the unit.
• Documents patient activities according to policy and procedure.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Geriatric care

Patient care

Education

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

PSW Diploma/Certificate

Registration with PSW Registry (preferred)

UFIRST / PIECES / GPA Training (preferred)

Job description

Job Code: 28001

Status: Part Time

Location: Providence Transitional Care Centre - Level 2

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $31.45 - $32.78

Posting Period: October 17, 2026 - October 26, 2026

The Unit Aide assists and supports patients/clients in meeting their behavioral, emotional, spiritual and physical needs. As a member of the inter-professional team, the Unit Aide provides assistance with activities of daily living to patients/clients and assists the inter-professional health care members of the team in providing a safe and well-maintained environment for patients/clients, staff and visitors.

Skills and Qualifications Required:

• Completion of Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of a Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate Program from an accredited educational institution, at minimum
• Registration with the Registry of Personal Support Workers, preferred
• One year experience in a hospital/healthcare setting in a patient/client care support position, preferred
• Experience working with geriatric, palliative and rehabilitation population, preferred
• UFIRST / PIECES/ GPA Training, preferred

Position Responsibilities:

• Provides assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including: bathing, toileting, showering, feeding, hair care, mouth care including dentures, shaving patients/clients, dressing and undressing, when designated and supervised by a regulated health care professional
• Uses proper body mechanics and proper transfer techniques as indicated on the Bedside Assessment
• Participates with inter-professional team members in exchanging information, contributes to care plans, follows programs and ensures optimum levels of health, safety and comfort for patients/clients.
• Follows inter-professional care plan to provide consistent behavioural and safe approach when interacting with patients/clients
• Assists with patient/client and family orientation to the unit
• Documents patient/client activities as required as per organizational policy and procedure

Why Work at Providence Transitional Care Centre:

• Specializing in Transitional care including restorative care, cognitive behavioural support, short-stay respite and convalescent care
• A centre striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• A fully renovated building with on-site cafeteria and parking
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & 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 near Lake Ontario, Queen’s and Downtown Kingston

Disclosure:

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.