Extendicare·Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
You will support patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and basic housekeeping. Additionally, you will provide companionship to improve the quality of life for patients in their homes.
PARAMED HOME HEALTH CARE As a Personal Support Worker (PSW) you will be an integral part of the home and community care team. You will support, encourage and provide independence for patients in their homes and community settings by assisting with activities of daily living. Why you’ll love working here: Best in class training and development programs Celebration and Recognition programs Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans Company paid mobile devices Employee perks and exclusive offers 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 Time Type Part time Compensation Details $21.52 - $24.29 ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.
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.
ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.
ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process.
We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation.
If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@paramed.com.
We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations.
We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.
Candidates must hold a valid Personal Support Worker Certificate and possess a valid driver's license with access to a vehicle. A clear Vulnerable Sector Screen is also required to ensure the safety of patients.
Market context
In Ontario, PSW roles are commonly in steady demand across home care, long-term care, and community support settings. This type of position is competitive because employers often look for current PSW certification, First Aid/CPR, a recent Vulnerable Sector Check, and reliable transportation; the listed benefits include a benefits plan, vacation pay, and flexible hours. Before applying, confirm your documents are current and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.