Personal Support Worker - Chesterville, Iroquois and surrounding areas

Position:   Personal Support Workers (PSW) – Community Care    
                   Part Time Availability with potential to grow into fulltime hours                                         
Location: Chesterville,Iroquois, and Surrounding Areas

Choice Healthcare is a recognized and Accredited Healthcare provider serving families in the Ottawa and Champlain area. From companionship services through complex care, we support families by delivering customized and well-rounded care that honours their wish to safely remain at home. No matter the situation, we will always be here for you.

Choice Healthcare is looking for compassionate caregivers to join our team for current and growth opportunities. 

We are currently seeking PSWs to provide exceptional community in-home client care using their acquired skills to become an active member in planning for your client’s care with the assistance of the nurse manager. Choice Healthcare is seeking individuals who want to bring joy to clients, offering the best quality of life. If that is important to you then Choice Healthcare wants you to be a part of our team!

Choice Healthcare offers:

• Competitive compensation ranges between $21 and $23 per hour with annual raises
• Paid kilometers between clients
• PAID orientation
• Celebration and recognition awards for eligible employees
• Part Time schedule available immediately with potential to grow to fulltime – this way we can build your schedule based on your availability
• Caregiver/Client matching system to ensure needs will be mutually met as per culture, temperament, skills and experience
• Live 24/7 nurse and scheduling support while on shift
• A safe and comfortable work environment including Personal Protective Equipment and flexible scheduling
• Continuous training and support to build your skills and increase career opportunities
• Company sponsored Benefit plan includes
  • Premium co-pay with comprehensive health coverage including prescription, health professional, and vision care.
  • Employee Life, Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • CAA roadside assistance program and buyer discount program
  • RRSP matching program
• Employee engagement opportunities

Duties and Responsibilities: Include, but are not limited to, assisting with daily activities, personal care, assisting with mobility, light housekeeping, effective reporting and creating activity plans.

Choice Healthcare requires candidates who:

• Are Certified Personal Support Workers or equivalent (HSW, HCA, RPN, RN, foreign trained health professional) with a minimum one year experience
• Are proficient in communicating in English (verbal and written)
• Have a valid police vulnerable sectors check (completed within the past 12 months) 
• Demonstrate a commitment to client care through reliability and flexibility
• Have a negative TB skin test or chest x-ray (completed within the past 12 months) 
• Have valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle with proof of insurance 
• Are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or temporary residents of Canada with a valid work permit with a minimum of six months prior to expiration.
• Availability to work every other weekend
• Ability to speak other languages is considered an asset
• Have internet access through a mobile device
• Have high energy and drive to deliver excellent care through strong communication skills