Personal Support Worker

Extendicare•Guelph, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As an integral part of the home and community care team, you will support, encourage and provide independence for patients in their homes and community setting by assisting with activities of daily living. When you choose to build your career with ParaMed, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

Requirements

Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate
Ability to demonstrate compassion and care when interacting with patients
Reliability and flexibility
Passion for making a difference in your community
Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle to travel to and from patient’s residences within a geographical area
Clear Vulnerable Sector Screen

Responsibilities

Assist patients with activities of daily living including skin, hair, and oral care along with bathing, toileting, & peri-care
Prepare nutritious meals and snacks, including special diets, as determined by the care plan
Provide basic housekeeping tasks and companionship to help your patients enjoy a better quality of life