Job Title: Personal Support Worker – FT Marathon/Manitouwadge

Location: Marathon, ON

Shift: Morning, Night, Overnight

Wage: $19.60/Hour

ParaMed is pleased to partner with the Ontario government to provide a $3/hour wage enhancement in addition to regular earnings. 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
• Recognized employer under the Rural Northern Immigration Project (RNIP)

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

Join us as we continue our 40-year tradition to help people live better and provide the most compassionate care possible! Join a winning team and let’s succeed together! ParaMed Home Health Care accommodates the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

Skills and Qualities for Care Aides

Skills and qualities that are important for a Care Aide (also known as a Healthcare Aide or Nursing Assistant) include:

• Compassion and Empathy
• Communication Skills
• Personal Care Skills
• Observation and Reporting
• Empathy and Patience

Education and Certification for Care Aides

Skills and qualities that are important for a Care Aide (also known as a Healthcare Aide or Nursing Assistant) include:

• Compassion and Empathy
• Communication Skills
• Personal Care Skills
• Observation and Reporting
• Empathy and Patience

Who Can Apply

The employer accepts applications from: Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada. Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.

Work Environment for Care Aides

The work environment for Care Aides (also known as Healthcare Aides or Nursing Assistants) can vary depending on the setting in which they are employed. Here are some common work environments for Care Aides:

• Long-Term Care Facilities
• Hospitals
• Home Care
• Community Support Programs
• Hospice or Palliative Care