Extendicare·Blenheim, Ontario
Provide direct care to residents, including assistance with mobility, hygiene, and personal grooming. Offer emotional and social support to residents and their families while encouraging participation in activities.
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our PSW team, you will provide direct care to residents in accordance with policies, procedures and work routines. This position is for our Blenheim Village Home, located in Blenheim, ON. What you’ll be doing Assist residents with mobility, feeding, bathing, toileting and personal grooming Encourage resident participation in activities and programs Provide emotional and social support to residents and families What you bring PSW certification Able to perform physical tasks and duties, including frequent bending, reaching and lifting Compassion, professionalism, and respect Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English Must provide a complete and current (within three months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one. What you’ll get Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others Employee Perks and Recognition Programs Robust benefits package Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network 123 owned and operated long-term care homes, as well as our home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 22,000 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision for a future where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives. Time Type Part time Compensation Details $27.48 - $29.15 At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long-term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better. Our Mission To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our Vision Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives. Our Values We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.
Candidates must hold a PSW certification and be able to perform physically demanding tasks. A current Vulnerable Sector Check and effective English communication skills are required.
Market context
In Ontario, part-time PSW roles in long-term care are often driven by ongoing staffing needs and resident support coverage, so employers may look for candidates who can start reliably and adapt to shift-based schedules. These roles are competitive because PSW certification, physical stamina, a current Vulnerable Sector Check, and clear English communication are all commonly required; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time before applying. A practical next step is to confirm your certification and check that your availability matches part-time LTC shifts.