Job Description

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 polices, procedure and work routines.  Assists in providing direct care such as ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming.
For Union Jobs, please refer to the collective agreement and provide the following additional information in the Job Description:

Union Name:
Union Local:
Union Classification (Title): PSW / HCA as applicable 

Salary:  As per Collective Agreement 

This is a new position

Access to reliable vehicle in community home care is required

For both Non- Union and Union jobs, the below description will apply:

Qualifications
1)  Completed a PSW Program or HCA/CCA certification that meets the appropriate standards as required for the position
2)  Experience in Long Term Care or community home care setting with exposure to dementia and palliative care is preferred
3)  Knowledge and experience in care planning systems and documentation
4)  Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents/patients and families
5)  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
6)  Experience working independently in Community Home Care is an asset

 

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.  

 

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 devices 
• Mileage compensation 
• Employee perks and exclusive offers 

 

What you’ll do: 

• 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 

What you bring: 

• 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 license and access to a vehicle to travel to and from patient’s residences within a geographical area 
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Screen 

 

 

 

Time Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.

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.​

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We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

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Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.​

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.​

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Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.​