Personal Support Worker (psw) - Part Time - West Oak Village
Extendicarehillcrestplace
Adhere to plan of care
Assist with personal care
Observe and report changes
The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare's standards, policies and procedures
Job Summary
The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare's standards, policies and procedures.
At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings.
Matching Summary
The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare's standards, policies and procedures.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
adhere to plan of care
assist with personal care
observe and report changes
escalate medical emergencies
prepare nutritious meals
assist with ambulation
provide cognitive support
maintain confidentiality
respond to concerns
maintain safe environment
work with vulnerable adults
Nice-to-have
compassionate mission-driven team
enriching environment for residents
support health and well-being
fostering accessible and equitable hiring
Key Requirements
Graduate of Personal Support Worker program
Minimum 600 hours theory & practicum
Experience working with seniors
Strong written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
Sound skills in providing personal care
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification
Ability to perform necessary tasks (lifting/transferring)