Home Support Worker

Posted:
9/30/2024, 8:36:51 AM

Location(s):
Ontario, Canada ⋅ St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Job Description 

As a Home Support Worker, you will assist people in your community to live safely in their homes by supporting them with daily tasks and self-care activities 

 

You will receive free and paid training in a 3 week in-class program designed to teach you the skills needed to work as a Home Support Worker.  Upon graduation you will be eligible for full-time hours and benefits. 

 

Why you’ll love working here: 

  • Best in class training and development programs 

  • Celebration and Recognition programs 

  • Part time and Full-time opportunities and flexible scheduling options 

  • Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans 

  • Company paid mobile device 

  • Mileage compensation 

  • Opportunities for education allowance for employees and family 

  • Opportunity to attend a PSW Certificate Bridging Program, paid fully by ParaMed 

  • Employee Assistance Program 

  • Employee perks and exclusive offers 

 

What you’ll do: 

  • travel from patient to patient completing several home visits per day 

  • Prepare meals and assist with meal-time 

  • Basic housekeeping duties 

  • Provide companionship and support the well-being of patients 

  • Assist with personal hygiene care including showering and bathing 

  • Support for basic activities of daily living 

 

What you bring: 

  • Compassion and listening skills 

  • Passion for making a difference in your community 

  • Willingness to visit patient’s residences within a designated area 

  • Ability to work every other weekend 

  • Experience working with seniors and/or children is an asset  

  • Ability to pass or satisfy a Criminal Background screening upon hire 

  • Previous experience performing personal hygiene care is an asset but not necessary 

  • Valid driver license and access to a vehicle 

  • High school diploma or equivalent 

 

 

Time Type:

Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, 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. 

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare! 

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.