Team Lead PSW – (Mississauga)
- Mississauga, ON, Canada
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- Job type
- Internship
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- Experience
- 5+ years of Canadian caregiving experience
- Working hours
- 15 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
A Career with Purpose and Heart
YOU LOVE COMING TO WORK. GROW AND DEVELOP WITH US, DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.
Happier Aging Philosophy
At Nurse Next Door, we believe that getting older doesn’t have to feel sad or helpless. Instead, aging should be celebrated. That’s what we call Happier Aging. We bring Happier Aging to everyone: ourselves, our team, our community and the world. Happier Aging starts with you.
Caregiving as a Career
We are redefining the home care industry and are a career destination in North America. We believe in Caregiving as a Career: a career that is respected, valued and offers personal professional growth opportunities.
Caregiving as a Career starts with our People Promise, entered in the belief that you can thrive at work and have fun along the way. This is what we are all about.
We form genuine relationships and support our team members to achieve their wildest dreams through leading with care, our Bold Kindness philosophy.
What We Offer
Have strong communication and conflict-resolution skills
Are excited by the idea of making lives better - for both clients and fellow Caregivers
Here’s to Making Lives Better!
At Nurse Next Door, we admire people. We support our clients in doing what they love - and we do the same for our team. This is your chance to help lead a team of caregivers, be a part of a premium care brand, and redefine aging.
Apply now and help us paint the town pink. 💗
Nurse Next Door is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees.
Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made throughout the recruitment process and during employment.
YOU LOVE COMING TO WORK. GROW AND DEVELOP WITH US, DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.
Happier Aging Philosophy
At Nurse Next Door, we believe that getting older doesn’t have to feel sad or helpless. Instead, aging should be celebrated. That’s what we call Happier Aging. We bring Happier Aging to everyone: ourselves, our team, our community and the world. Happier Aging starts with you.
Caregiving as a Career
We are redefining the home care industry and are a career destination in North America. We believe in Caregiving as a Career: a career that is respected, valued and offers personal professional growth opportunities.
Caregiving as a Career starts with our People Promise, entered in the belief that you can thrive at work and have fun along the way. This is what we are all about.
We form genuine relationships and support our team members to achieve their wildest dreams through leading with care, our Bold Kindness philosophy.
What We Offer
- Flexible scheduling
- Health Spending Account (after 3-month probation)
- Paid mileage between clients
- Leadership development & mentorship opportunities
- Paid onboarding, shadow shifts, and training
- Opportunity to grow your caregiving career into leadership
- 24/7 live support from management
- Regular coaching and leadership check-ins
- You’re never alone - we’ve got your back
- Leadership (40% of time):
- Support onboarding and shadowing for new Caregivers
- Conduct in-home First Visits to ensure quality standards
- Mentor caregivers in the field and provide on-the-spot coaching
- Act as a go-to resource for PSW peers
- Help monitor and maintain care quality, safety and consistency
- Provide feedback to the office team on scheduling, client fit, and training needs
- Collaborate with the Care Designer and Scheduler on urgent and complex care requests
- Caregiving (60% of time):
- Assist clients with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) including personal care
- Provide companionship, light housekeeping, meal prep, mobility support
- Execute the Care Plan as outlined by the Care Designer
- Document care activities and observations accurately
- Always prioritize safety, dignity, and a positive client experience
- 5+ years of Canadian caregiving experience
- Fluent in English (written and verbal)
- Valid G-class driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Willing to travel across Mississauga
- Available for a minimum of 15 hours per week including weekends or evenings
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
- Up-to-date TB test
- Minimum of 2 COVID-19 vaccinations
- 💡 Bonus if you: Have prior mentoring, coaching, or leadership experience
Have strong communication and conflict-resolution skills
Are excited by the idea of making lives better - for both clients and fellow Caregivers
Here’s to Making Lives Better!
At Nurse Next Door, we admire people. We support our clients in doing what they love - and we do the same for our team. This is your chance to help lead a team of caregivers, be a part of a premium care brand, and redefine aging.
Apply now and help us paint the town pink. 💗
Nurse Next Door is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees.
Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made throughout the recruitment process and during employment.
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Responsibilities
Lead and support caregivers through onboarding, shadowing, in-home first visits, mentoring, and coaching while helping maintain care quality, safety, and consistency. Provide direct client care, including personal care, companionship, meal preparation, mobility support, and accurate documentation in accordance with each care plan.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least five years of Canadian caregiving experience, fluent written and spoken English, a valid G-class driver's license, and access to a reliable vehicle for travel across Mississauga. They must be available for at least 15 hours per week, including weekends or evenings, and have a clear Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check, an up-to-date TB test, and at least two COVID-19 vaccinations.
Skills
- Caregiving
- Personal Care
- Activities of Daily Living
- Companionship
- Light Housekeeping
- Meal Preparation
- Mobility Support
- Care Plan Implementation
- Care Documentation
- Care Quality Monitoring
- Caregiver Mentoring
- On-the-Spot Coaching
- Onboarding
- Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Safety
Benefits
- Flexible Scheduling
- Health Spending Account
- Paid Mileage Between Clients
- Leadership Development and Mentorship
- Paid Onboarding, Shadow Shifts, and Training
- Career Growth Opportunities
- 24/7 Management Support
- Regular Coaching and Leadership Check-Ins
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Management & Leadership
- Social Services
Keywords
- Personal Support Worker
- Home Health Care
- Caregiving
- Activities of Daily Living
- Personal Care
- Companionship
- Light Housekeeping
- Meal Preparation
- Mobility Support
- Care Plans
- Care Quality
- Client Safety
- Caregiver Onboarding
- Shadow Shifts
- Mentoring
- Coaching
- First Visits
- Scheduling
- Client Fit
- Training Needs
- G-Class Driver's License
- Reliable Vehicle
- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check
- TB Test
- COVID-19 Vaccination
- Conflict Resolution
- Continuous Improvement