Personal Support Worker

Job Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities in clients’ homes.
• Support clients with mobility, transfers, and light exercises as needed.
• Observe, document, and report changes in clients’ health or condition to the appropriate supervisor.
• Follow individualized care plans and maintain clients’ safety, dignity, comfort, and independence.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks as outlined in client care plans.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Follow established care procedures and workplace safety guidelines.
• Travel between clients’ homes to provide scheduled care services.

Qualifications

• A Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate or an accepted equivalent qualification.
• A clear criminal record check with Vulnerable Sector Screening completed within the past 12 months.
• Proof of a negative TB test within the past 12 months and an up-to-date immunization record.
• A valid driver’s licence, personal vehicle, and car insurance.
• Availability to work every other weekend and flexible shifts between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills; additional languages are an asset.
• Good organizational, reliability, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs. (16 kg).
• Ability to travel between clients’ homes and work independently while following care plans and safety procedures.
• Jumpstart works with employer partners on an ongoing basis to recruit for roles like this one. As a result, we accept applications on a rolling basis and may continue considering candidates as opportunities arise. We encourage interested applicants to apply early.
• We thank all applicants interested in this opportunity; however, please note that only selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps.

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