Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Spectrum Health Care Inc; Woodbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Health Care is seeking Personal Support Workers in Woodbridge. This role involves providing essential personal care and support to patients in their homes, ensuring their comfort and safety. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and a strong commitment to exceptional service. Join a recognized leader in healthcare and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Paid sick days

Pension options

Rural and weekend premiums

Qualifications

• Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate or equivalent required.
• G2/G license with access to a vehicle.
• Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Assess and respond to changing needs of patients.
• Travel between patients' residences as required.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

RN/RPN Student

Internationally Licensed Nurse

Job description

Your happiness and well-being are top priorities at Spectrum! We offer the most competitive wages, flexible hours, paid sick days, pension options, rural and weekend premiums, and more!

We are hiring Personal Support Workers (PSW) in Woodbridge. Join Spectrum today and see the difference caring makes!

Total Compensation ranges from $24 to $28 per hour, including travel and applicable premiums.

Job Description

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

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, toileting, skincare, light meal preparation, feeding, etc.) in clients' homes or facilities.
• Assess, anticipate, identify, and respond to the changing needs of patients, and communicate available Total Care resources when appropriate.
• Perform delegated and/or assigned tasks under the supervision of a Home Support Supervisor.
• Travel within the assigned region between patients' residences or facilities is required.

Qualifications

• Have one of the following qualifications (required):
  • Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or an approved program by the Ministry of Education.
  • RN/RPN student who has successfully completed at least the first year of the program.
  • Internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife, or Physician.
• G2/G license with access to a vehicle.
• Physical ability to meet job demands (e.g., ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel, reach, lift 23 kg independently, assist clients with standing, walking, sitting, and repositioning in bed).
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional personal care and customer service.
• Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certification.
• Updated immunization record, including a TB test within the last 6 months.
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication; additional languages are an asset.

Additional Information

Spectrum Health Care has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top Canadian companies for performance, growth, strategy, innovation, culture, and leadership. Learn more about this esteemed honor.

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

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]

Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe a diverse team is key to our growth and success.