Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Bellwoods is one of the largest providers of personal support services for persons with physical support needs and physical disabilities living in Toronto. As a charitable, not-for-profit organization, our centres for community living provide community-based, client-directed support services, independent living education programs, and accessible, affordable housing. Bellwoods seeks to transform lives through excellence and innovation in independent living and envisions a future where barriers do not exist.

We value our talented team of over 250 dedicated professionals and offer:

• Competitive salaries
• 4% vacation pay
• Pension plan
• Opportunities for continuing education and training
• Job networking
• Staff recognition programs
• A safe and inclusive work environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified, highly motivated individual looking to fully utilize their skills within a leading organization where teamwork is highly valued.

Location: Greater Toronto Area

Program: PSW

Hours: 7am-11pm; 7 days a week

Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination required (2 doses)

Our community support/attendant outreach services are client-directed and our PSWs assist clients to carry out their activities of daily living as outlined in an individual support service agreement and individual service plan.

Our PSWs provide services such as:

• Rising and retiring
• Positioning and transferring
• Dressing and undressing
• Personal grooming and hygiene
• Light meal preparation and assistance

Skills & Qualifications:

• Completed Personal Support Worker certificate required.
• Related work experience within the community, with adults with physical disabilities, an asset.
• Good oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Demonstrated capability to fulfill the physical demands and time availability requirements of the position.
• Eligible candidates must be able to work non-traditional hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

Bellwoods is committed to providing employee opportunities in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.19 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have an Ontario COVID-19 vaccination certificate with two or more shots

Licence/Certification:

• PSW Certification or Nursing Degree (required)

Work Location: In person