Casual PSW

Extendicare•Little Current, ON

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The PSW/HCA/CCA provides direct personal support and care to patients to fulfil the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients in accordance to policies, procedure and work routines. The role assists in providing direct care such as ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming. For Union Jobs, the collective agreement should be referred to for Union Name, Union Local, Union Classification (Title) as PSW / HCA, and Salary as per Collective Agreement. Access to a reliable vehicle in community home care is required for both Union and Non-Union jobs. The company is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in their long-term care home, offering a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment. They provide competitive compensation reflecting the value of the role and candidate qualifications, with final salary offers based on skills, experience, education, and alignment with responsibilities. Base salary is part of a broader total rewards package, including a comprehensive suite of benefits for health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. AI tools may be used in recruitment, but human judgment is always involved. The company is committed to an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process, accommodating applicant needs upon request. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, delivering quality care and offering management and consulting support to a network of long-term care and retirement homes. Their mission is "Helping People Live Better" by promoting quality of life and creating remarkable moments through engaged team members, continuously measuring and improving performance. Their vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada. Their values include Customer Satisfaction, Excellence, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Communication, Teamwork, and Environment, integrating environmental issues into business decisions for protection, preservation, safety, and a homelike atmosphere.

Requirements

Completed a PSW Program or HCA/CCA certification that meets the appropriate standards as required for the position
Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents/patients and families
Ability to provide care in accordance with application legislation, job routines, nursing care plans, ability to read and write English and understand verbal and written instructions in English
Access to reliable vehicle in community home care is required

Nice To Haves

Experience in Long Term Care or community home care setting with exposure to dementia and palliative care is preferred
Knowledge and experience in care planning systems and documentation
Experience working independently in Community Home Care is an asset

Responsibilities

Provides direct personal support and care to patients to fulfil the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients in accordance to policies, procedure and work routines
Assists in providing direct care such as ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming