Temporary Part Time Personal Attendant (Carey House)

Burlington, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 11, 2026
1 position

$24 / hour

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

Job summary

The personal attendant provides direct personal support services to residents to assist with activities of daily living. They also foster a supportive environment that encourages residents to develop their potential and improve their quality of life.

Job details

We are currently hiring 1 Temporary Part Time Personal Attendant (6-month contract) to join our team at our Carey House program in Burlington. Carey House offers 24/7 support to 12 individuals living in a shared-living/congregate home in Burlington. Capability Support Services is a not-for-profit organization operated by Thrive Group. Thrive Group was created to bring like-minded organizations together to develop a broad range and continuum of services that enable clients to live fulfilling lives as independently as possible. Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer: Competitive wages Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development and growth Tuition reimbursement opportunities Employee Assistance Program $500 Signing Bonus Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized an awarded as: 2026 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team 2026 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada 2026 Best Workplaces for Women 2026 Best Workplaces for Giving Back We’re thrilled to be acknowledged for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace! Position Summary: This position provides personal support services to the residents of Carey House in the activities of daily living. The support worker enhances the quality of life of residents by providing personal care, social development and assistance in directing self-care. In addition, this position will provide an environment that will encourage the residents to develop to their fullest potential in all areas of life. Requirements: Prior experience or knowledge of providing support services for people with disabilities and/or seniors an asset. Additional certification in personal support services, health care, and first aid or other related certifications is preferred. Ability to empathize with people with physical and emotional needs is essential. Knowledge of basic math and ability to do calculations and quantity measurements are required. Must be able to plan and organize work and perform tasks according to priority. Ability to make solid decisions and problem-solve effectively are also essential. Good oral and written communication skills, with a competent level of English are required. Must demonstrate high commitment to providing exceptional customer service and be reliable, punctual, and capable of managing time effectively. Must be available to work within a 24 hour, seven day/week work schedule. Ability to develop supportive relationships and work collaboratively with clients, family members, colleagues, volunteers, and community partners are essential. Must be able to take direction and work independently as well as part of a team. Hourly Rate: $24.00 Job Type: Part-time, contract We are currently hiring to fill an existing position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted. At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email hr@thrivegroup.ca

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should have experience or knowledge in supporting people with disabilities or seniors, with relevant certifications in health care or first aid preferred. Strong communication, empathy, and the ability to work within a 24/7 rotating schedule are essential.