Part- time Community-Based Personal Support Worker; PSW- Durham

Part-Time Community-Based Personal Support Worker (PSW) – Durham

The Care Company is a home health care company whose purpose is to create A Better Life for Those at Home
. We help people stay in their homes for as long as they choose, and our talent is helping people Make Each Day Count
. By working at The Care Company
, you will be part of a growing company that is helping seniors live well in their own homes!

We are looking for awesome, self-driven Personal Support Workers to work throughout the Durham Region. Please note, we are only looking to proceed with candidates who have full‑time availability and meet the scheduling requirements below.

• Full‑time position available: PSW must be available for 37.5–40 hours of work per week.
• MUST be available Monday–Friday. Flexibility for day, evening, and overnight shifts preferred.
• MUST be able to commit to a consistent, ongoing, weekly schedule for the foreseeable future.
• Available and willing to see multiple clients throughout the day.

• Provide personal care to clients as outlined in their care plans.
• Provide companionship and light housekeeping to help a person stay at home.
• Prepare meals in accordance with the client and/or the family's requests (must be open to preparing different kinds of cuisine).
• Adhere to providing personal care and help clients with their ADLs within the scope of practice for a Personal Support Worker.
• Assist clients in all activities of daily living/hygiene assistance, bathing, grooming, linen changes, and so forth.
• Assist clients with transfers, ambulation and exercises.
• Meet the safety needs of the client and use equipment safely and properly.
• Function within the limits of your experience and knowledge, and practice safely and competently within the job description.
• Complete records and documentation accurately and thoroughly.

• MUST have a valid driver’s license and reliable access to a car that can be used for daily work.
• Ability to travel between assignments within designated areas of work; an asset if you can travel to rural/remote areas.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in English.
• PSW certification from an approved and recognized educational institution or international nursing/doctorate certification.
• Negative TB test completed within the last year.
• Valid CPR/First Aid certificate.
• Valid WHMIS
  2015 Certificate of Completion.
• COVID‑vaccination receipt subject to an exemption pursuant to Ontario's Human Rights Code.
• Immunization for measles, rubella, varicella, tetanus, and diphtheria required; immunization for Hepatitis B strongly urged.
• Valid criminal record check completed within the last year.
• Ability to identify and report client care concerns to Care Coordinators when needed.
• Requires good judgement, the ability to work independently, and to work cooperatively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Current/Valid Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA) registration – an asset.

Accommodations
The Care Company can make accommodations or modifications for individuals with disabilities during the hiring and onboarding process. Please let us know if you require extra assistance.

* Thank you to everyone who applies. However, due to the high volume of applications received, we will only be contacting those who have been selected for an interview.*

• Competitive rates of pay ($26–29/hour)
• Performance-based bonuses
• Consistent scheduling
• 24/7 nursing support for all staff members
• Educational and training opportunities
• Employee health and wellness opportunities
• Employee recognition program
• Opportunity for group health and dental benefits