Personal Support Worker - Markham
- 4040 Steeles Ave W unit 44, Vaughan, ON, L4L 4Y5, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
**CANADIAN RESIDENTS AND LOCAL TO THE AREA ONLY**
You MUST live in Canada, live locally to the job opportunity, and be eligible to work in Canada. All out-of-country requests will be ignored.
Personal Support Worker (PSW) Casual – 1:1 Client Care
Make a meaningful difference every day. Right at Home is looking for experienced, professional PSWs to join our team of exceptional caregivers in Markham. We provide 1:1 care to clients with physical, medical, or memory impairments wherever they call home - including family homes, retirement communities, and hospitals.
If you are a passionate, patient, and committed caregiver, we want to meet you!
What Right at Home Offers You
Competitive Wages: Earn what your expertise is worth.
Flexible Scheduling: Work hours that fit your life.
Consistent Assignments: Build real relationships with regular clients and care teams.
Professional Growth: Advance your career with specialty training and specialized care teams.
Supportive Environment: Benefit from case conferences, mentorship, and an employer truly committed to you.
Fulfilling Work: Bring impactful, life-changing support to seniors when they need it most.
Job Responsibilities
Companionship: Provide social stimulation, conversation, and mental engagement.
Active Living: Initiate and promote physical activity tailored to the client's abilities.
Meal Preparation: Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals as needed.
Personal Care: Prompt clients with their routine and assist directly with personal care.
Light Housekeeping: Maintain a clean environment (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, dishes, laundry).
Outings & Appointments: Accompany clients to medical appointments and social activities.
Our Ideal Candidate
Enjoys caring for seniors and has a good sense of humour.
Features a friendly personality, patience, and a consistently positive attitude.
Communicates effectively with clients of all backgrounds.
Holds themselves to the highest professional standards of reliability.
Position Requirements
Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR.
Successful completion of a Criminal Background Check, including the Vulnerable Sector Screen (copy required).
COVID-19 considerations:
All caregivers are to wear a mask while with a client. Personal protective equipment is provided.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 personal care, companionship, and assistance with daily living activities for clients in their homes or care facilities. Maintain a clean environment and accompany clients to appointments while promoting their physical and mental well-being.
Requirements
Candidates must hold current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR. A successful criminal background check, including a vulnerable sector screen, is mandatory for all applicants.
Skills
- Personal support
- Companionship
- Meal preparation
- Light housekeeping
- First aid
- CPR
- Patient care
- Communication
- Active living support
- Memory impairment care
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Flexible scheduling
- Consistent assignments
- Professional growth
- Specialty training
- Supportive environment
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Personal Support Worker
- PSW
- Caregiver
- 1:1 Client Care
- Standard First Aid
- CPR
- Criminal Background Check
- Vulnerable Sector Screen
- Healthcare
- Senior Care
- Personal Care
- Companionship
- Meal Preparation
- Light Housekeeping
- Memory Impairment
- Physical Activity
- Professional Standards