Personal Support Worker (PSW)

About Bayshore HealthCare

Bayshore HealthCare is a leading Canadian provider of home and community health care services, privately owned and recognized for excellence. It has been a Platinum member of Canada's Best Managed Companies Program since 2006 and received the Best Practice Spotlight Organization designation from the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario in 2015. Bayshore also features on Forbes 2023 list of Canada's Best Employers.

Role Overview

We are seeking compassionate Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to provide essential care to clients of diverse ages and backgrounds. This role offers meaningful interactions daily while delivering exceptional personal and healthcare support.

Employment Details

Part-time and casual positions are available in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Full and part-time roles include guaranteed bi-weekly hours and company-sponsored health benefits for employees and their families.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage ranging from $23.50 to $24.63
• Competitive pay reflecting your dedication and skills
• Health and dental coverage for employees and dependents
• Company-supported retirement savings plans
• Paid time off including sick leave, orientation, and training
• Travel reimbursement to acknowledge commute efforts
• Optimized scheduling to balance care responsibilities and travel time
• Mobile devices supplied for communication and documentation
• Accessible management support for clinical and scheduling needs
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development

Work Environment

• Collaborative and committed healthcare teams
• Client-centered approach fostering trusting relationships
• Flexible work schedules to promote work-life harmony
• Ongoing education and skills enhancement
• Strict adherence to health and safety protocols to protect staff and clients

Responsibilities

As a PSW, you will deliver personalized care allowing clients to maintain independence and comfort at home. You will assist with daily living tasks according to individualized care plans, including cognitive, social, and emotional support. Duties may involve meal preparation, laundry, home safety checks, and other related tasks.

Care plans could encompass skin, hair, and oral hygiene; bathing; bowel and bladder assistance; mobility and exercise; feeding and special diets; oxygen administration; and medication reminders. Specialized clinical tasks will be performed with appropriate training and oversight, with thorough documentation of care provided.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent certification as a Personal Support Worker (verification required)
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• French language proficiency required only for Quebec-based roles or where explicitly stated
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and dependable personal vehicle
• Provision of two supervisory references
• Clear criminal background check including vulnerable sector screening
• Proof of negative tuberculosis (TB) test

Additional Information

Bayshore is committed to offering a safe and supportive workplace and client environment. Depending on provincial regulations and specific roles, new hires may need to provide vaccination proof against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, or seasonal flu. Medical or human rights code exemptions will be assessed individually.

Our organization values Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, fostering a culture that celebrates differences and supports individual well-being and potential. We comply with all human rights and accessibility legislation and encourage candidates to communicate any accommodation requirements during the recruitment process.