Personal Support Worker

Job summary

The Personal Support Worker assists residents with daily living activities such as hygiene, meals, and mobility while collaborating on individualized care plans. They also perform light housekeeping duties and execute delegated nursing acts according to company policy.

Job details

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™. We are searching for Casual Personal Support Workers to join our Parkland Ancaster team based in Ancaster, Ontario. Meaningful Benefits You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include: Approximate hourly wage: $21.64 – $22.92 Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events Access to continuing education and training through the Shannex Centre of Excellence Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety About The Opportunity Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment. Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan. Assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities daily. Assists with light housekeeping duties. Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice. Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor Additional duties as required About You In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring: A valid Personal Support Worker diploma Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire. Advanced proficiency in the English language is required, proficiency in French considered an asset. Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course considered an asset. Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset. A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

What you’ll do

The Personal Support Worker assists residents with daily living activities such as hygiene, meals, and mobility while collaborating on individualized care plans. They also perform light housekeeping duties and execute delegated nursing acts according to company policy.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Personal Support Worker diploma and be able to work flexible shifts including days, nights, and weekends. A clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening and advanced English proficiency are required for this role.

Benefits

• WorkPerks program • Continuing education • Training • Recognition and rewards

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• Dementia care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Personal support
• Hygiene assistance
• Resident care planning
• Leisure activity planning
• Light housekeeping
• Nursing acts
• Communication
• Safety reporting
• Alzheimer’s care
• Dementia care

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services