Are you a newly graduated Personal Support Worker (PSW) who has recently completed their program? You may qualify for the PSW Return of Service initiative through Health Force Ontario, this initiative provides a $5,000 incentive to eligible PSW graduates in exchange for a six-month commitment to an eligible employer. To view eligibility requirements, click here: https://www.healthforceontario.ca/en/Home/All_Programs/PSW_Return_of_Service

VON Canada is currently hiring compassionate Personal Support Workers (PSW) to work in Peterborough, Apsley, Havelock and Lakefield, ON for our Assisted Living Program!

(Certified Personal Support Worker (PSW) or Developmental Services Worker (DSW) or Health Care Aide (HCA), Nursing Students, Internationally Trained Nurses are eligible to apply)

The power to change lives!

**Training will be provided to support advanced skill sets and requirements**

This position is eligible for the $3.00 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario Government for all hours spent directly caring for clients.

What we can offer you:

Competitive salaries and vacation time
Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) & an Employee Assistance Program
Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution
Travel compensation
Comprehensive orientation program
Opportunity to use your skills and expand your knowledge
Smartphone provided to keep you connected during work time
The opportunity to make a difference in your community
Work with an organization that is 125 years strong
What you’ll be doing:

Work with clients in their homes to provide personal care
Assist with daily living activities, such as grooming, dressing and bathing
Provide respite care
Plan and prepare meals and light household duties
Help with mobility and transfers
Monitor and maintain household safety
….and much more!

What we need from you:

Personal Support Worker (PSW) or Developmental Services Worker (DSW) or HealthCare Aide (HCA) Certificate
Internationally educated nurses, Nursing students who have completed first year are eligible to apply
Current Standard First Aid Certificate or CPR level C Certificate required
A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
Current Criminal Records Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check is required
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

About us:
VON is a non-profit organization that provides clinical, personal and social support to people who want to live every day to the fullest while remaining in their own homes and communities.

How to apply:

https://jobs.jobvite.com/von/search?r=&l=Peterborough&c=PersonalSupportWorker(PSW)&q=