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Personal Support Worker - Burlington Lakeside (Morning/Evening Shift - Casual)

Burlington, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 12, 2026
1 position

$22–$23 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Provide homemaking and personal support services to individuals in community and retirement home settings, including assistance with daily living activities. Collaborate with the health care team and families to ensure effective care planning and maintenance of medical equipment.

Job details

Casual - At least 2 weekdays and every other weekend for Morning Shifts (6AM - 2PM) and Evening Shifts (3PM - 11PM) Why work for Acclaim Health? You will be working for an organization that has provided quality care to the community for 85+ years. Acclaim Health provides a wide variety of services to support the community, including Community Support Services, Alzheimer Services, Home and Personal Support Services and Palliative Care Services. Acclaim Health is a patient and family centered work environment that allows for flexibility in work schedules to ensure work/life balance. At Acclaim Health, we promote and support employees with a strong emphasis on the values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Excellence. Join us and experience the difference: * Supportive working environment who values our employee’s time and dedication to our clients! * Guaranteed hours with flexible schedules * Paid orientation, training and development. * Opportunities to advance your career. * Staff Incentives (contests, giveaways & recognition) * Company Pension Plan * Employee Assistance Program provided for all employees * Competitive pay with paid travel and shift premiums * Company smart phone and supplies provided * 1:1 support from our IT Department for technical issues * Independence of working in the community. Acclaim Health is currently hiring Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to provide care across Burlington. Successful candidates must be available to work a minimum of two weekdays and every other weekend (both Saturday and Sunday) with consistent shift times. Available shifts include morning shifts from 6:00AM - 2:00PM and evening shifts from 3:00PM - 11:00PM. IMPORTANT INFORMATION * Pay: CA$22.29- $23.39 per hour. * This position is for an existing vacancy. * We do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: * Provides homemaking and personal support services to individuals and families in the community and retirement home settings. * Assist clients with their personal care and activities of daily living to clients, including bathing; grooming; dressing; mouth care; and checking skin integrity. * Collaborates with members of the health care team, the homemaking and personal support services team and family in decision-making regarding planning. * Provides bedside care in retirement homes as directed by the Nurse or otherwise directed by Supervisor. * Assist with the maintenance of catheter and colostomy bags when required. * Performs light housekeeping, including cleaning of clients personal laundry and bedding when required as part of the care plan. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: * Personal Support Worker Certificate or Diploma * Valid Ontario Driver’s license and insurance * Current CPR certificate * Current TB test * Palliative Experience is an asset * Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member * Ability to use mechanical equipment (hoyer lifts) when required * Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills * Effective observation and listening skills Acclaim Health is an equal opportunity employer and is actively working towards a more inclusive, diverse and equitable world. We recognize that our work environment is stronger - and our care more effective - when it includes people of equity-seeking groups, including those of varying race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, family status or disability status. Please note - only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please inform human resources so we can ensure your equal participation in this process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Personal Support Worker Certificate or Diploma and possess a valid Ontario driver's license. A current CPR certificate and TB test are required, along with the ability to work independently and use mechanical equipment.