Job Description – Personal Support Worker
This position requires a valid drivers license, access to reliable vehicle, and proof of current automobile insurance.
The Personal Support Worker (PSW) provides high-quality, compassionate care to clients in accordance with their individualized care plans and established organizational standards. This role supports clients’ physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychological well-being, ensuring comfort, dignity, and safety at all times.
Key Responsibilities
Personal Care & Support
- Provide personal care in alignment with the client’s care plan and within the provincial PSW scope of practice.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, skin and hair care, oral hygiene, toileting, bowel and bladder care, positioning, mobility support, and exercises.
- Provide feeding assistance, including support with special diets, and offer medication reminders and oxygen administration assistance as directed.
- Perform specialized, client-specific procedures as assigned, ensuring appropriate training and current competency.
Client Observation & Reporting
- Observe, monitor, and document client conditions accurately in accordance with company standards.
- Report any changes in condition, unusual events, or safety concerns to the immediate Supervisor or Office promptly.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client information, sharing details only with authorized personnel.
Safety & Infection Prevention
- Apply infection prevention and control practices consistently.
- Follow all organizational Health & Safety policies and participate in proactive safety initiatives.
- Identify and report any risks or hazards to the Supervisor.
Professional Development & Quality Assurance
- Participate in ongoing internal and external education and training opportunities.
- Adhere to all WoodsLake policies, procedures, and quality standards.
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities in alignment with the company’s Quality Management System.
Other Duties
- Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support client care and organizational operations.
We provide the following:
- Hourly pay is $20+ an hour
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Paid Vacation and Sick time
- Training
- A kind and supportive work environment and great clients!
Ideal Candidate and Qualifications
- Certification as a Personal Support Worker through a recognized College or educational institution is an asset but not necessary.
- Must demonstrate a commitment to resident safety by providing quality care in accordance with the organization’s mission and vision;
- Experience in Long-Term Care setting is preferred;
- Must demonstrate good communication skills;
- Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education;
Please note, employment with WoodsLake Home Care will be contingent on receipt of a current Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Ability to work in Canada
- Clear Criminal Background check
- COVID vaccination proof
- Driver's license and automobile
- Able to lift or move 25 pounds
- Cellphone (smartphone)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you have valid license ? (Deal Breaker)
- Do you own a car?(Deal Breaker)
- Are you a resident of Ontario
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence/Car (required)
Location:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
