Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Toronto, Canada
Long-Term Contract Positions
Onsite — 24/7 Rotating Shifts (Days, Afternoons, Nights, Weekends, Holidays)
About the Opportunity:
We are recruiting certified Personal Support Workers for long-term contract positions within Ontario government-operated institutional facilities across multiple regions. If you are a PSW looking for a professional, well-compensated government contract with 24/7 scheduling in a structured institutional environment, this is your opportunity.
What You'll Be Doing:
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Assist patients with activities of daily living, including feeding, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and mobility support
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Monitor patients' health status and report observations to the supervising nurse or physician
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Assist with medication reminders and delegated care tasks as directed by the clinical team
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Document care activities, chart changes in patient condition, and maintain accurate medical records
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Respond to emergencies and support the clinical team with urgent care situations
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Maintain a safe, clean, and professional care environment in accordance with facility standards
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Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary care team in an institutional setting
What We're Looking For
Must Have:
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Valid PSW certificate from an accredited Ontario PSW program (current)
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Availability for 24/7 rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and statutory holidays — this is mandatory
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Ability to pass a standard criminal record check before assignment commencement
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Physical capability to assist with patient lifts, personal care, and mobility support
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Reliable transportation to Ontario institutional facility locations
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Comfort working in a structured, secure institutional environment
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Basic documentation and medical record-keeping proficiency
Nice to Have:
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Prior correctional, youth justice, or government institutional setting experience
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Experience supporting individuals with mental illness, addictions, or complex social needs
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Delegated controlled acts training (catheter care, wound care)
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Current CPR and First Aid certification
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Bilingual English/French
