PSW -Personal Support Worker Oakville/Burlington ( Summer Students)

Job Summary

Nurse Next Door is seeking compassionate and motivated nursing students who have completed their first year of study and are interested in gaining hands-on experience in home care. The Caregiver will provide personalized support to seniors, helping them maintain independence and improve their quality of life through companionship, personal care, and daily assistance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate one-on-one care to clients in their homes.
• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting.
• Support clients with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and light exercises.
• Prepare meals and assist with light housekeeping tasks.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to enhance clients’ well-being.
• Follow and implement individualized care plans provided by the Care Designer.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided.
• Ensure client safety and use care equipment appropriately.
• Work within the limits of training, knowledge, and professional scope of practice.

Qualifications

• and Requirements:
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program or have completed the first year of nursing education.
• Passion for working with seniors and providing compassionate care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while following care guidelines.
• Experience with dementia care or responsive behaviors is considered an asset.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (issued within the last year).
• Negative TB skin test or chest X-ray (within the last two years).
• Two professional references.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules.
• $22.08 per hour plus 4 % vacation pay