Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Casual - Laurier Manor

Personal Support Worker (PSW) 

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 242-bed Long-Term Care Home, Laurier Manor, located in Ottawa, Ontario on 1715 Montreal Rd.  

Available opportunities include: Part-time; Day/Evening/Night shifts  

Shifts defined: Days 6:30 - 4:30, Evenings 14:30 – 22:30, Nights 22:30 – 6:30 

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 

• Completed a PSW Program certification that meets the appropriate standards as required for the position 

• BSO certification preferred 

• Able to perform physical tasks and duties, including frequent bending, reaching and lifting 

• Compassion, professionalism, and respect  

• 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 

• Experience in Long Term Care or community home care setting with exposure to dementia and palliative care is preferred 

• Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents/patients and families 

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 of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.