CANES Community Care is a not-for-profit organization that assists clients with tasks in the home, providing emotional and social support, while helping seniors take part in the life of their community. We provide services in Etobicoke, Brampton, Malton, Woodbridge, Mississauga and Halton areas in the Ontario Health Central Region.

CANES Community Care is looking for Part Time - Personal Support Workers to support our clients within the community across the GTA.

The PSW position reports to the Supervisor, Client Services and are subject to Collective Agreement CUPE Local 3808. The minimum pay rate for this positions are $18.01 per hour.

Responsibilities

Optimize client safety and quality of care by providing personal, palliative, housekeeping, and respite services to seniors in their own homes or apartments

Perform personal care services including, but not limited to, personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, medication reminders, transfers, reposition, and/or escorts to medical appointments
Perform homemaking duties including, but not limited to, meal preparation, cleaning, and/or laundry
Respond to Emergency Response System (i.e. Lifeline and mobile phone) calls
Contribute to a culture of client safety and employee health and safety by complying with all safety practices of the Organisation, reporting unsafe practices and adverse events, and acting on safety recommendations
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Personal Support Worker certification
Valid G drivers licence and vehicle
Minimum 6 months of experience working with seniors
Strong English communication skills (both oral and written)
Ability to communicate in a second language considered an asset
Physically and emotionally able to perform all duties and responsibilities
Valid first aid/CPR certification
Enjoy working with seniors and able to contribute to their quality of life by promoting their independence, dignity, social, emotional and physical well-being
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent priority management and time management skills
Ability to work well under pressure utilizing effective problem management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite products

CANES Community Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Upon request, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $18.01 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care

Schedule:

Evening shift
Morning shift

Application question(s):

Do you have access to a reliable vehicle?

Licence/Certification:

First Aid/ CPR Certification (preferred)
Class G Licence (required)
PSW Certification (required)

Work Location: On the road

CANES Community Care jobs

Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Community