Personal Support Worker/PSW Position in North York

Details of available opening: - Morning Shifts, 4 hours, Monday to Friday - The PSW must be able to work in North York along Yonge Street - MUST HAVE RECEIVED COVID-19 VACCINATION (2 vaccines + 1 booster)- Owning Private vehicle is an asset- Ability to cook/prepare meals is an asset - Looking to hire immediately ***  Live your best life possible by helping others live theirs.  Our Caregivers are the heart and soul of what we do. At ComForCare, we like to celebrate successes and have fun while building meaningful relationships.  We’re on the lookout for caring and compassionate team members: Help others, and make a difference in your community.  Build meaningful relationships with your clients. Flexible schedules available. What you’ll be doing: Essential Functions: Companion/Sitter/Household Management Provide companionship and respite services for family Perform homemaking activities which include (but are not limited to): vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, doing laundry and cleaning bathrooms Medication Services Assist with medication reminders that the client self-administers Meal Preparation Food Handler's Certificate - an Asset Able to cook meals tailored to client's diet choices Provide a safe environment for client while cooking (sharps, clean floor, etc.) Social Skills Energetic and outwardly positive person Capable of supervising physical and mental exercise routines Able to creatively encourage client's use of meditation courses What we're looking for: Qualifications/Educational Requirements: Successful completion of a Provincial-approved Personal Support Worker course At least six months experience as a Caregiver (in homes or facilities) Has a Police Vulnerable Sector Reference Check or willing to obtain within 6 months Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job Ability to do light-cleaning and lifting (transferring clients, repositioning, and laundry) Ability to speak another language is an asset Obtained Food Handler's Certificate and able to cook well-balanced meals is an asset Driver's License (G) is an asset Your safety is our top priority. We provide COVID-19 training and personal protective equipment (PPE) to all employees. ComForCare North York is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. Live your best life possible while helping others live theirs. Our Caregivers are the heart and soul of what we do. For that reason, we put our CaregiversFirst each and every day.  At ComForCare, it is our CaregiverFirst promise, that our caregivers will be:  Treated with respect and dignity. Provided exceptional training on a regular and ongoing basis. Are never alone in the field - support is always available. Thoughtfully matched with clients that they are compatible with. Join our team and be a part of a certified Great Place To Work® Thousands of ComForCare employees were surveyed and the response was overwhelmingly positive, with 90% agreeing that ComForCare is in fact a Great Place To Work®.  By selecting the positions below, you acknowledge that you are applying for employment with an independently owned and operated ComForCare franchisee, a separate company and employer from ComForCare and any of its affiliates or subsidiaries. You understand that each independent franchisee is solely responsible for all decisions relating to employment including (and without limitation to) hiring and termination, and ComForCare does not accept, review or store my application. Any questions about your application or the hiring process must be directed to the locally owned and operated ComForCare franchisee. Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran.