Personal Support Worker

Position Overview:
Doon Staffing is currently seeking compassionate, dedicated, and skilled Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to provide high-quality care to individuals in need across various locations, including Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Stratford, Milton, Woodstock, Hamilton, Fergus, Elmira, and Arthur. As a PSW with Doon Staffing, you will play a vital role in helping our clients live independently and comfortably in their own homes, long-term care facilities, or other community settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care assistance to clients, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and positioning.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by a healthcare professional.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding when necessary.
• Monitor and record client health status and report any changes to appropriate team members.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and healthy environment for clients.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, offering a listening ear and maintaining dignity and respect.
• Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to support client needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client documentation in line with legal and organizational requirements.
• Follow all safety protocols, including infection control practices.

Requirements:

• Successful completion of a recognized Personal Support Worker program in Ontario.
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Experience in providing personal care, ideally in a home care or healthcare setting (preferred but not mandatory).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and assisting with mobility.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle (preferred but not required for all positions).
• Knowledge of PSW standards and regulations in Ontario, including the Ontario Personal Support Worker Association (OPSWA) guidelines and provincial healthcare regulations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to privacy regulations.
• Compassionate, patient, and understanding demeanor with a commitment to client-centered care.