Personal Support Worker (PSW)
$43,597–$48,256 year
On-siteGananoque, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Assist patients with daily living activities including personal care, household tasks, medication assistance, and meal preparation for special diets. Promote a safe environment by demonstrating proper body mechanics, safe transfer techniques, and home safety protocols. Provide cognitive, social, and emotional support to patients in Gananoque, ON, while preparing nutritious meals and snacks according to care plans. This role requires a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current Personal Support Worker certification or nursing program enrollment. Candidates must possess availability for non-traditional hours, including early mornings, evenings, and alternate weekends. Competitive wages range from $20.96 to $23.20 per hour with a $750 signing bonus and paid mileage.
Required Qualifications
- A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of their patients
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Availability to work non-traditional hours, such as early morning, evenings, and alternate weekends
- A valid driver's license (G or G2 Classification), access to a reliable vehicle, and proof of automobile insurance
- Valid certificate as a Personal Support Worker, Internationally Trained Nurse, Health Care Aid, Developmental Support Worker, Home Support Worker, or enrollment in a Nursing program
- current vulnerable sector check screening
- a clear background check
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