CarePartners·Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Provide essential daily living assistance and personal care to patients in home and community settings. Support patient independence while ensuring a safe environment through proper body mechanics and nutritional support.
CarePartners is one of Ontario’s largest accredited home health care providers, providing nursing, personal support, therapy and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72,000 patients each year in homes, schools, clinics, workplaces and retirement homes, through our 24 locations and 24 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality, relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience, promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture, and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario. Overview Are you proud to contribute your skills to delivering quality health care? PSWs are an integral part of a health care team, and in this role, you will encourage, support, and promote independence for patients in home and community care settings by assisting with activities of daily living under the supervision of our Personal Support Manager. We are looking for Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to help us bring patient and family-centered care to in patients in the Goulais River, West End Sault Ste Marie area. Are you someone we should meet?
Competitive Wages, Incentives and Perks Competitive wage grid $20.96 to $23.20 per hour A special $750 bonus for signing with CarePartners PAID MILEAGE at 0.45 per/km PLUS travel time Paid orientation and hands-on mentoring from experienced, caring staff Access to group discounts, including exclusive discounts from various retailers Total rewards program which includes health & dental benefits A robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members Flexible hours and a variety of assignments Opportunities for continuing education and training Hands on mentoring and leadership support Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare services What The Role Involves Assisting with daily living activities, such as personal care (rise and retire), assistance with household tasks, respite care, medication assistance, special functions Promoting a safe environment by demonstrating proper body mechanics, safe transfer techniques, and home safety Providing cognitive, social and/or emotional support to the patient Preparing nutritious, varied and economical meals and snacks, including special diets, as determined by the care plan, using proper food preparation, storage, and hygiene practices. What You Bring A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of their patients Exceptional interpersonal skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Availability to work non-traditional hours, such as early morning, evenings, and alternate weekends A valid driver’s license (G or G2 Classification), access to a reliable vehicle, and proof of automobile insurance Valid certificate as a Personal Support Worker, Internationally Trained Nurse, Health Care Aid, Developmental Support Worker, Home Support Worker, or enrollment in a Nursing program To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, a clear background check CarePartners In Your Community In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009. Accessibility CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process. Artificial Intelligence CarePartners uses iCIMs as part of our recruitment and hiring process. While we incorporate select Artificial Intelligence (AI) features to enhance process efficiency, we remain committed to human-led decision making. All AI-generated outputs are subject to human review to ensure accuracy and fairness. This job posting is available due to an existing vacancy.
Requires a valid PSW certificate or equivalent healthcare qualification and a valid driver's license with a reliable vehicle. Candidates must pass a vulnerable sector check and be available for non-traditional working hours.
Market context
Personal Support Worker roles in Ontario are typically in steady demand across long-term care, home care, and community settings, especially for candidates who can work non-traditional hours and travel when needed. This role is competitive because employers often look for a valid PSW certificate or equivalent, a driver’s license, and flexibility, while benefits like health and dental coverage, paid orientation, and continuing education can improve the overall offer. Before applying, confirm your schedule availability and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which are pulled from the original posting to save research time.