Support Worker

Exciting opportunity for new grads or experienced Home Support Worker (HSW), Community Support Worker (CSWs) or Personal Support Workers (PSWs) who are interested in providing exceptional and compassionate care for geriatric client(s) in Etobicoke and surrounding locations.

**Why CareHop**
- Work in a home setting, providing 1 on 1 care
- Flexible work schedule: day, evening or night shifts
- Health Spending Account
- Supportive team culture
- Robust training program

**About this role**

As a Professional support worker at CareHop, you will play a crucial role in assisting individuals in their daily lives while maintaining a clean and safe environment. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Provide personalized assistance to individuals facing physical, emotional, or social challenges.
- Assist senior clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring and repositioning, and foster a sense of independence.
- Offer emotional support by being a compassionate listener.
- Facilitate community engagement and social interaction.
- Work closely with healthcare professionals, families, and other team members to provide exceptional care.
- Communicate effectively to report any changes in the client's condition or needs.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided.
- Develop and implement support plans tailored to individual needs.
- Follow established protocols for reporting incidents or concerns.

**Requirements**:

- Recent experience in providing home care services in home/community settings or hospital/LTC settings, including clinical placement, is a must.
- Community Support Service (CSW) or Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate or equivalent will be considered a strong asset.
- Experience with dementia care will be considered a strong asset.
- Have a clear and recent Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Have a valid CPR/First Aid certificate, Proof of immunization (flu shot), Mask Fit Certificate and TB test
- Must possess a valid SIN and Work Permit to work in Canada
- Reliable and hardworking
- Compassionate
- New grads or nursing students (at least 2 placements completed) are welcome to apply.

**Application Instructions**:
At CareHop, we care about your career. We have a robust onboarding program, 24/7 Care Support with ongoing training and development to make sure you always have the support you need. We also go the extra mile to make sure there's a match between you and your assignment. You can choose to work and gain experience in the hospitals, long-term care facilities, or the community, where we'll match you with a client who fits you. Our goal is to ensure you love coming to work every day, and that you have a happy, positive experience with our company.

That's because you're not just an employee - you're part of the CareHop family. Our diverse, inclusive team of healthcare professionals shares your passion for providing service excellence in a wide array of specialized patient needs. Every day, you'll make a positive difference in our clients' lives and share in the joy and sunshine that CareHop eldercare services can bring.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- Caregiving: 1 year (preferred)
- Dementia care: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-03-03