Personal Support Worker

Overview Are you proud to contribute your skills to delivering quality health care? PSWs are an integral part of a health care team, and in this role, you will encourage, support, and promote independence for patients in home and community care settings by assisting with activities of daily living under the supervision of our Personal Support Manager. We are looking for Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to help us bring patient and family-centered care to in patients in the Thunder Bay area. Are you someone we should meet? What We Offer 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 To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, a clear background check New Ontario PSW grads may be eligible to receive a $10,000 bonus From an approved PSW program in Ontario (on or after April 1, 2024) in exchange for a commitment to work with us, position for 12 months, payable at 6 months and 12 months must meet HFO eligibility and HFO eligibility status and an additional $10,000 relocation bonus when relocating to rural, remote or northern area and committing to working with us for 12 months, payable at start and 6 months What The Role Involves Assisting with daily living activities, such as personal care (rise and retire), assistance with household tasks, respite care, medication assistance, special functions Promoting a safe environment by demonstrating proper body mechanics, safe transfer techniques, and home safety Providing cognitive, social and/or emotional support to the patient Preparing nutritious, varied and economical meals and snacks, including special diets, as determined by the care plan, using proper food preparation, storage, and hygiene practices. What You Bring 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 and vehicle 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 To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, a clear background check New Ontario PSW grads may be eligible to receive a $10,000 bonus from an approved PSW program in Ontario (on or after April 1, 2024) in exchange for a commitment to work with us in a Full-Time position for 12 months, payable at 6 months and 12 months and an additional $10,000 relocation bonus when relocating to rural, remote or northern area and committing to working with us for 12 months, payable at start and 6 months CarePartners In Your Community In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we've been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009 Accessibility CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.