Get Better with ParaMed
Home Health Care! 




ParaMed Home Health Care offers our employees autonomy and independence in their work, flexible and accommodating schedules, training and skills development and career advancement opportunities. 
 
Our employees provide their clients with holistic care - where you are a caregiver, teacher, leader, therapist and friend. Experience diversity and life long learning – where the skills that you learn contribute to making you a confident and accomplished practitioner. Choose ParaMed for support, where  we’ll provide you with orientation, mentorship and ongoing training. If you share these same goals and values, let's talk - we'd love to have you on our team!

We are currently looking for Personal Support Workers in the
Barrhaven, Kanata, Rockland and Hawkesbury area. 

In a home care setting you will assist clients with routine activities of daily
living and personal care. You will be responsible to provide home care to
clients in the areas of:
Quality of Life: relieving caregivers, teaching clients how to
live independently, advocating for client independence, encouraging clients to
try things to increase independence, playing games, talking,
reading.
Activities of Daily Living: waking clients up, bathing
and grooming, dressing, assisting with medication, toileting, shopping and meal
preparation, eating, housekeeping and laundry, monitoring client status,
ambulation and transporting client.

Qualifications: 
 ·   Completion of the PSW, or HSW Level II or III Certification Program.
 ·   Valid First Aid and CPR certification required.
 ·   Second language is an asset.
 ·   Experience working with the acutely ill, chronically ill or palliative clients preferred.
 
Interested applicants can apply online at www.homecarejobs.ca. To learn
more about ParaMed’s services visit www.paramed.com 

PSWs needed in Scarborough – Momiji Health Care Society

Position: On-call Personal Support Worker
 
Reports to: Support Services Supervisor(s) or otherwise specified

Qualifications:

 ·   Minimum one year experience providing service to seniors, particularly for 
frail elderly
 ·   PSW certificate or Health Care Aid training required
 ·   Current First Aid/CPR certificate is an essential
 ·   Enthusiastic team player with good communication and interpersonal skills 
 ·   Patience with and understanding of cognitively impaired clients
 ·   Fluency in English 
 ·   Sound judgment, initiative and the ability to work in a self-directed manner
 ·   Strong organizational and time management skills
 ·   Good listening and observations skills

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

 ·   Able to work in weekends, night and early morning shifts
 ·   Providing personal care and home making to the clients who are living in the
community.
 ·   Assisting clients for activities of daily living  including: toileting, dressing, bathing, transferring, medication reminders, daily checks, gentle exercise, meal preparation, feeding, grocery shopping, laundry, light house cleaning and home safety
 ·   Escorting clients to medical appointments
 ·   Observing and communicating any concerns and changes in behavior or health status of clients to their immediate supervisor
 ·    Assisting with documentation, scheduling, and other associated
administration

Salary Range: According to Personal Support Worker Grid Rate
 
Hours: Hours are based on clients need. Services are offered between approximately
7:00a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday including holidays. Occasional
over night shift might be assigned.

Applications due date:  Friday May 24, 2013
 
Submit Application (Letter of Interest) to:
Christopher Reid, Director of Human Resource 
 
Momiji Health care Society
3555 Kingston Rd, Scarborough, ON. M1M 3W4
Fax : 416-261-6683
E-Mail : info@momiji.on.ca
Website : www.momiji.on.ca

Personal Support Workers make your next career move with us!



Closing the Gap Healthcare Group  is a Canadian owned, award-winning and fully accredited organization that provides high quality community-based healthcare services.  
 
As a member of Closing  The Gap Healthcare Group, you will provide Personal Support Services to clients in community settings.     You will enjoy a flexible work
environment.  
 
Casual, Part-Time & Full-Time Positions Available

Days, Evenings and Weekends and Overnight work available

Geography: Muskoka Area

We Offer:  
·    Competitive Wages
·    Paid  Travel and Mileage
·    Benefits  & Education Opportunities

Required qualifications include: 

 
• PSW certification
• Valid driver's license,  use of a reliable vehicle  and
  comfortable with driving
• Strong oral & written language communication skills
• Physically able to perform required duties of the position
• Vulnerable Sector Screen for your local police department will be reimbursed 
  

 Applicants with diverse languages are very welcomed.  
  
Please send your Resume by Email to: jobs@closingthegap.ca or Fax:  1-705-726-5310 or contact by phone to  1-888-776-0991 ext. 2200.
 
Closing  The Gap Healthcare Group has a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer
 
Enriching Lives.  Changing Tomorrow.

 www.closingthegap.ca

Position: Contract - Overnight Home Support Worker, Two Positions Available 



St. Clair West Services for Seniors is a  non-profit, charitable organization which provides valuable, innovative, and caring support services to older and/or disabled adults who wish to maintain their quality of life while living in their own homes. 
We provide a range of services, including Adult Day Services, Case
Management, Homemaking, Meals on Wheels, Respite Care, Supportive Housing and
Transportation. We have offered our services in the community since 1973 and we endeavour to provide these services in a variety of languages by trained staff and volunteers.  Our community development focus creates opportunities to empower
individuals and groups and builds sustainable, healthy communities.
 
St. Clair West Services for Seniors is seeking applicants for the contract position of Overnight  Home Support Worker. 
Hourly rate for the position is $15.34 per hour. 
Hours of work will be 9:45 pm – 7:15 am daily. 
Shifts will be scheduled Monday – Sunday.  Full time hours can be obtained in 3-4 shifts.  This position is contract for the first six months with the intent to become permanent position within the organization.

Job Summary:  The Overnight Home Support Worker provides
overnight support to 5 supportive housing buildings.


 Primary duties include:
 ·  Responding to client calls from 5 supportive housing sites between  the hours of 9:45 pm and 7:15 am Monday - Sunday.  
 ·  Responding to client need for EMS service or other interventions overnight. 
 ·  Assist clients in their homes with personal care including bathing, dressing, toileting , incontinence care, ambulation and client repositioning on a scheduled and unscheduled basis 
 ·  Traveling between 5 supportive housing buildings as needed to respond to emergency calls and unscheduled client visits using own vehicle. 
·   Reporting clients’ behavioural changes, physical and safety hazards, task changes or other sources of concern to Manager of Home Support Services. 
·   Other tasks will be assigned to this position depending on client schedule and call volume. These tasks may be of an administrative or housekeeping nature.


Qualifications:         
                                                                                                                             
 ·  Personal Support Worker Diploma or certificate with relevant experience
 ·  Eligible for enrolment in the PSW  Registry
 ·  Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle
 ·  Good written and verbal English language skills
 ·  Knowledge and experience working with seniors, frail elderly, chronically ill, cognitively impaired, and/or disabled individuals living in the community
 ·  Available to work overnight shifts Monday to Sunday
 ·  CPR/ First Aid Certification and second language is an asset

Please submit cover letter and resume to careers@servicesforseniors.ca by
Friday  May 10, 2013 or by fax to 416-787-8552.

We encourage applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the community that we serve.

2562 Eglinton Avenue West
2nd Floor, Suite 202
Toronto, ON  M6M 1T4
www.servicesforseniors.ca

Embracing Diversity, Encouraging Independence, Ensuring Dignity

Position: Personal Support Manager (Job ID# 2013-02)

No. of openings & position location: One (1) regular full-time in the City of Kawartha Lakes, Village of Bolsover

Hours of work: Various shifts required (including weekends, days, evenings,
overnight).

Position Overview: This is a private, full time, live-in position managing the
day-to-day care needs and schedule of a young woman with an acquired brain
injury (ABI) referred to as ‘the resident’.  Reporting to the resident and the
Director of Care, you will be responsible for the provision of quality,
resident-centered personal care based on the resident’s abilities and
preferences.  You will provide therapeutic and recreational support & will support the independence of the resident.  Duties: assist with providing
activities, which are varied to meet the needs of the resident; assist the
resident in integrating into programs which may include hobbies, social events,
and therapeutic regimes; provide assistance for all activities of daily living;
schedule & facilitate restorative care program/activities, medical
appointments, meetings, social activities & care by other service workers,
drawing on support from family members, therapists, community workers; drive
household adapted vehicle; assist other caregivers, as required, with direction,
information, or training; maintain good relationship and effective communication
with the resident; assist in light meal preparation, snacks and menu planning
& serve all meals and snacks to the resident; light housekeeping duties
required; weekly grocery shopping.  
 
This is a non-smoking, fragrance-free environment.

Qualifications: One of: Personal Support Worker Certificate, Practical Registered
Nurse, Rehabilitation Therapy Certificate, Degree in Therapeutic Recreation. 
Previous work experience in a health care support environment is an asset.  Must have effective oral and written communication skills in English. 
Must be able to communicate appropriately with the resident, family, and
other caregivers and medical professionals.  Must be able to work well with others
in a team setting.  Must be physically able to perform all delegated duties.  A
valid driver’s “G” license with a clean driving record is required. 
Must have a valid CPR/First Aid certification. 
Organizational and problem-solving skills required. 
A police check as well as two references are required.  
 
Compensation& Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience. 
A competitive benefits package is included. 
Room and board included.

Please apply by email by sending a resume  and cover letter to
Heather Horn (BolsoverPSW@bell.net); state Job ID# 2013-02 in your cover  letter.  Thank you to those who are  interested.  Only those who are
being considered will be contacted for an interview.

 Application Deadline: May 20th, 2013

Position:Live-In Personal Support Worker (Student) Summer 2013
(Job ID# 2013-01)

 No. of openings & position location: One (1) student summer employment May to August in the City of Kawartha Lakes, Village of Bolsover. 
Start date: as soon as possible.

Hours of work:40 hr/week (stat holidays excluded); mixed
daytime/evening/night/weekend hours required 

Position Overview: This is a private, live-in position assisting with the
day-to-day care needs and schedule of a young woman with an acquired brain
injury (ABI) referred to as ‘the resident’.  Reporting to the resident and the
Director of Care, you will be responsible for the provision of quality,
resident-centered personal care based on the resident’s abilities and  preferences.  You will provide therapeutic and recreational support & will support the independence of the
resident.  Specific duties: assist with providing activities, which are varied to meet the needs of the resident; assist the resident in integrating into programs which may include hobbies, social events, and therapeutic regimes; provide assistance for all activities of daily living; facilitate restorative care program/activities, meetings, social
activities & care by other service workers, drawing on support from family
members, therapists, community workers; drive household adapted vehicle; assist
other caregivers, as required, with direction, or information; maintain good
relationship and effective communication with the resident; assist in light meal
preparation, snacks and menu planning & serve all meals and snacks to the
resident; light housekeeping duties required; weekly grocery shopping.  

This is a non-smoking, fragrance-free environment.

Qualifications:Student in ONE of the following programs: Personal Support Worker,
Nursing, Practical Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation Therapy, Therapeutic
Recreation, OT Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant, Communication Disorders
Assistant.  Previous work experience in a health care support environment is an asset. 
Must have effective oral and written communication skills in English.  Must be able to
communicate appropriately with the resident, family, and other caregivers and
medical professionals.  Must be able to work well with others in a team setting.  Must be physically able to perform all delegated duties.  A valid driver’s
“G” license with a clean driving record is required. 
Must have a valid CPR/First Aid certification. 
Organizational and problem-solving skills required. 
A police check as well as two references are required.  
 
Compensation& Benefits:Salary commensurate with experience. 
Room and board included. Pleasant environment on the Trent Waterway.

Please apply by email by sending a resume and cover letter to
Heather Horn
(BolsoverPSW@bell.net); state Job ID#2013-01 in your cover
letter.  Thank you to those who are interested.  Only those who are
being considered will be contacted for an interview.

 Application Deadline: May 1st, 2013

For immediate hire - casual, part-time and full-time 

Ottawa, Ontario (Private client)    $20/hr

Looking for a dependable professional with a super high attention to detail and knack for providing that 'extra caring touch' for a demanding patient with a sense of humour. Must be dependable, drug and alcohol free, physically strong yet gentle, funny and able to follow directions. This client has severe mobility impairments,
speech impediment (aphasia) and needs assistance with all aspects of personal
care, feeding, medication reminders/administration and transfers. 

Duties include: Heavy lifting, Dressing/undressing, toileting, assist
with bathing, light housekeeping, meal prep and planning. 

Requirements: Physically strong, high school graduate, PSW training and
certification. Car or transportation to client's home. Two former client
references please. Will require assistance for up to 8 hours a day (this
position will complement CCAC provided at-home care).

 Ideal candidate is a full-time paid caregiver with a PSW certification to
 accompany and support client and family through this difficult time.
 Familiarity with ALS is an asset. Experienced caring for a terminally ill patient and supporting the family with this process is an added bonus. Scheduling to be finalized but will complement the morning and evening/ overnight  community home care workers who help us part-time. Serious candidates need only to apply. 

Two positions: 
1 full-time caregiver daytime (up to 8 hours a day)
Monday-Friday 1 caregiver P/T evenings (up to 5 hours a day) evening/overnights 
Send resume to: mcguire.antonia@yahoo.ca 
  
Start date: April/May 2013 with training at client's home to learn routine (will be paid), Start date to be confirmed after reference check.

Comfort Keepers mission is to provide our clients with the highest level of quality of life that is achievable. We are committed to providing the highest quality of  care in the most professional manner possible. We are an independently owned and operated franchised business with over 500 offices internationally, and we are growing quickly across Canada. Find out more about us at www.comfortkeepers.ca
 
We are seeking kind, caring & qualified individuals to provide non-medical, in-home care to the elderly, and others requiring assistance in the TORONTO and YORK 
REGION.

We have IMMEDIATE positions in Thornhill, Markham, Richmond Hill 
and Vaughan.
 
We provide: 

1. Companionship and Homemaking Services  - meal preparation, 
light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, errand services, recreational 
activities and companionship/conversation

2. Personal Care  Services - bathing, grooming, mobility, transferring and positioning,  feeding, incontinence care and medication reminders

3. Housekeeping Services – vacuuming, dusting, mopping and sweeping 
floors, bathrooms and kitchens

We service clients in their home, hospitals, retirement homes and long term care facilities.

 Responsibilities:

- Provide one-on-one care with Comfort Keepers clients 
- Follow guidelines of the Client Service/Care Plan 
- Ability to manage own  schedule and get to and from clients on own
- Participate in mandatory team meetings and trainings 
- Comply with Comfort Keepers policies and procedures 
- Document incidents and changes in client status to management team 
- Document in clients’ program files when appropriate 
- Understand the operations of the emergency response system and 
respond professionally to all emergency situations

Qualifications:

- Personal Support Worker or Health Care Aide certificate and other relevant 
training; preferred but not necessary 
- Experience working in Homecare or with the elderly  population
- Strong problem solving and communication skills 
- Must have strong critical thinking, initiative and creativity 
- Must possess an email address and have access to the internet
- Works effectively independently as well as in a team approach 
- Demonstrates flexibility, sound judgment and cultural sensitivity 
in evaluating and responding to client needs 
- Ability to motivate and promote resident participation in social, 
recreational and educational activities. 
- First Aid and CPR certification is an asset

Hours:

We service clients 24 hours  a day 7 days a week.  Shifts begin and end at all 
different times of the  day.  Caregivers are requested to work a minimum of 3 
hours up to 12 hours per shift.
 
 Lifting:

If providing personal care  rvices, employees must be able to transfer a client with proper body  mechanic.  
All other positions require minimal to moderate lifting

Compensation Type: Hourly 

Contact by: Email, Fax  
 
Job Contact Information 
 
Janet Reid 
Director of Operations 
Comfort Keepers  
Fax: 416-498-7155
Email: janetreid@comfortkeepers.ca

For more information visit: http://www.comfortkeepers.ca  
 
We offer part time positions and offer a flexible work schedule.