Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Lakefield, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 15, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Nov 17, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Assist residents with daily living activities including mobility, feeding, bathing, and personal grooming. Provide emotional and social support while encouraging participation in programs and activities.

Job details

Job Description What you’ll be doing Assist residents with mobility, feeding, bathing, toileting and personal grooming Encourage resident participation in activities and programs Provide emotional and social support to residents and families What you bring PSW certification Able to perform physical tasks and duties, including frequent bending, reaching and lifting Compassion, professionalism, and respect Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English What you’ll get Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others Time Type: Part time 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. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@extendicare.com. We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Must hold a PSW certification and be capable of performing physical tasks such as bending, reaching, and lifting. Candidates must demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and effective English communication skills.