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Personal Support Worker (Casual)

Extendicare·Oakville, Ontario

CA$21 - CA$24/hrPart TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 days ago
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Personal Support Worker (Casual) · CA$21 - CA$24/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -41% vs. median posted rate for nursing roles in Oakville, Ontario (CA$36.08/hr, n=57)
  • 59 similar openings in the Oakville area · median CA$37.93/hr
  • 42 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
CA$13.75/hr · p10p90 · CA$82.00/hr
this role: CA$21.13/hrmedian CA$36.08/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 57 posted nursing roles in Oakville, Ontario rates. This role sits in the 15th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 41% below the Oakville, Ontario median for nursing roles.

The Personal Support Worker provides direct personal care to patients, including assistance with ambulation, feeding, bathing, and grooming. They also ensure care is delivered in accordance with nursing care plans and organizational policies.

Job Description

The PSW/HCA/CCA provides direct personal support and care to patients to fulfil the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients in accordance to polices, procedure and work routines. Assists in providing direct care such as ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming. For Union Jobs, please refer to the collective agreement and provide the following additional information in the

Job Description

Union Name: Union Local: Union Classification (Title): PSW / HCA as applicable Salary: As per Collective Agreement Access to reliable vehicle in community home care is required For both Non- Union and Union jobs, the below description will apply:

Qualifications

1) Completed a PSW Program or HCA/CCA certification that meets the appropriate standards as required for the position 2) Experience in Long Term Care or community home care setting with exposure to dementia and palliative care is preferred 3) Knowledge and experience in care planning systems and documentation 4) Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents/patients and families 5) Ability to provide care in accordance with application legislation, job routines, nursing care plans, ability to read and write English and understand verbal and written instructions in English 6) Experience working independently in Community Home Care is an asset Time Type Part time Compensation Details $21.13 - $23.89 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.

Requirements

Candidates must have a completed PSW, HCA, or CCA certification and access to a reliable vehicle for community home care. Experience in long-term care or home care settings with exposure to dementia and palliative care is preferred.

  • professional certificate
  • Documentation
  • Communication
  • Grooming
  • Bathing
  • Dementia care
  • Patient care
  • Care planning
  • Feeding assistance
  • Palliative care
  • Personal support
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Nursing care plans

Benefits

  • Career growth opportunities
  • Health support
  • Financial well-being support

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
CA$21 - CA$24/hr
Location
Oakville, Ontario
Posted
Aug 31, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Extendicare

For more than 50 years, Extendicare’s qualified and experienced teams have been helping people live better through a commitment to quality care and service that includes skilled nursing care, home health care and management and consulting services. We are proud to be at the...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size10,001+ employees
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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.

Market context

Ontario nursing roles need licensed, experienced clinicians

Ontario nursing roles are often driven by ongoing staffing needs across hospitals, long-term care, community care, and emergency settings. Competition is usually strongest for candidates who already hold the required registration, have at least 18 months of experience, and bring current CPR/BLS, with ACLS and CTAS adding value for emergency postings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your credentials and tailor your application to the specific unit or setting.

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