Job Description

FirstLight Home Care Vaughan is seeking dedicated, compassionate, and reliable Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to join our family and provide exceptional care to clients in York Region. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and creating a supportive environment, we want you on our team.

This full-time, live-in position involves working closely with clients to assist with their daily activities while ensuring they feel safe, valued, and supported in the comfort of their own homes.

What You'll Do:

Personal Care Assistance: Help clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting. Light Housekeeping: Perform household tasks, including vacuuming, laundry, dishes, and organizing, to ensure a clean and safe living space. Meal Preparation: Prepare and serve nutritious meals tailored to client preferences and dietary needs. Medication Support: Provide reminders for medication and monitor medication schedules to ensure proper adherence. Mobility Assistance: Aid clients with walking, transferring to and from beds, chairs, or wheelchairs, and assist with any mobility challenges. Emotional Support: Offer companionship, engage in meaningful conversations, and provide emotional support to help alleviate feelings of isolation and improve well-being. Monitoring & Reporting: Complete daily reports to communicate care activities and observations to the Case Manager and healthcare team.

What We're Looking For:

Certification: Valid Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate is required. Language Requirement: Proficiency in Italian (to communicate effectively with certain clients). First Aid/CPR: Current CPR and First Aid Certification preferred but not required. Technology: Access to a mobile phone for time tracking and updating care plans. Valid Vulnerable Sector Check (within 1 year) that is clear of any criminal history or record of the candidate. Minimum of 2 COVID-19 vaccination doses. Valid TB skin test or chest x-ray (within 1 year) Must be at least 18 years of age Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective reporting and client interaction. Problem-Solving: Ability to remain calm and efficiently respond to unexpected situations. Commitment to Care: A compassionate, client-centered approach that promotes dignity, independence, and safety.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $2,500.00-$4,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person