Posted 15 days ago
Personal Support Worker \'HCT\' eHomecare, Pediatric/Palliative, Nights/Weekends - Part-time 0.6
@ VON Canada (Ontario)
Niagara, Ontario
Overview
VON Canada is hiring a part-time Health Care Technician for its eHomecare program, providing hands-on personal care in patients' homes under a Directing Registered Nurse connected virtually. The role covers pediatric, palliative and complex-care patients, with night and weekend shifts, 48 hours biweekly, and training to an extended scope of practice.
Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care, medication administration and daily living support in patients' homes
- Document in the electronic medical record and engage families and caregivers
- Communicate with the Directing Registered Nurse via real-time electronic monitoring
- Help develop and modify patient care plans based on outcomes
Requirements summary:
- PSW certification (DSW considered) and one to two years of PSW experience
- Current CPR and First Aid
- Fundamentals of Palliative Care Level I or commitment to complete within one year
- Palliative or acute care experience preferred
- Personal vehicle, valid driver's licence and vehicle insurance
- Current original criminal records check
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-30
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 24 |
| Schedule | weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Home, Client sites |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | PSW, DSW, CPR, First Aid, Fundamentals of Palliative Care Level I, AHPCE |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness, Paid training |
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VON Canada (Ontario)
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Full company description
VON Canada has been leading care at home for over 125 years. Today, we are a highly-trusted non-profit organization that works with our clients, employees, volunteers and partners to provide innovative clinical, personal and social support to people who want the comfort and peace of mind of living in their own homes and communities. Our 6,300 employees and 6,500 volunteers deliver a wide range of vital health and wellness services, helping people remain healthy and at home for as long as possible. As valued and responsive health system partners at the heart of home and community care, we are distinguished by our commitment to client care and by our strong community roots and local engagement.
- LinkedIn followers
- 16,508
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,875
- Reported office locations
- 100-2315 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1G 4J8, CA
- 7b Oxford St, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario P6B 1R7, CA
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- 8a Industrial Park Rd, Louisdale, Nova Scotia B0E 1V0, CA
- 55 Starrs Rd, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia B5A 2T2, CA
- Business categories
- Health Care
- Non Profit
- Medical
- Other recorded names
- VON Canada
- VON Canada (Nova Scotia)
- VON Canada (Ontario)
- Specialties
- Health in the community
- Health at home
- Respite and Caregiver Support
- End of Life Care
- Social Connection
- Nursing
- Personal Support
- Physiotherapy
- Speech-language pathology
- Social Work
- and Occupational Therapy
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 11,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
VON Canada has been leading care at home for over 125 years. Today, we are a highly-trusted non-profit organization that works with our clients, employees, volunteers and partners to provide innovative clinical, personal and social support to people who want the comfort and peace of mind of living in their own homes and communities. Our 6,300 employees and 6,500 volunteers deliver a wide range of vital health and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Home Health Care Services |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, ON |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1897 |
| Specialties | Health in the communityHealth at homeRespite and Caregiver SupportEnd of Life CareSocial ConnectionNursingPersonal SupportPhysiotherapySpeech-language pathologySocial Work |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 196 |
| View page |
Requisition Details:
Employment Status: Permanent, Part-time (0.6 FTE)
Program Name: eHomecare
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 48
Work Schedule: Nights, Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit: OPSEU
On Call: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.
About us:
VON Canada is a not-for-profit organization providing home and community care services for over 125 years. Focusing on person-centred care, we provide people with the support they need and want at home and in the community so they can live healthier, happier lives surrounded by loved ones.
VON - At the heart of care.
About the role:
As a Health Care Technician (HCT), you provide direct hands-on care to patients in the comfort of their homes under the guidance of a Directing Registered Nurse (DRN), whom you connect to virtually. This is an exciting opportunity for you to make a difference in the lives of patients of all ages, including those receiving end-of-life care, managing complex conditions, and pediatric patients. You will receive training to enhance your skills and expand your practice, enabling you to deliver exceptional care and support.
What we offer:
- Work to an extended scope of practice after receiving specialized VON training (e.g. subcutaneous medications, G-Tube feeds and flushes, bladder irrigation)
- Comprehensive orientation program to ensure your success
- Ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and knowledge
- Competitive salary and vacation time
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, LTD) for eligible employees and an Employee Assistance Program
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contributions for eligible employees
- Smartphone to help you stay organized and connected throughout your day
- Travel compensation and mileage
What you'll do:
- Under the direction of the DRN:
- Observe and document the patient's electronic medical record
- Provide personal care support and assist with activities of daily living and medication administration
- Engage with the family/caregiver
- Identify additional resources required in the patient's home
- Communicate with the DRN through Smartphone Technology via a real-time electronic monitoring system
- Collaborate with the DRN to develop and modify the patient's care plan based on patient outcomes
- Perform other duties as assigned
What we are looking for:
- Personal Support Worker (PSW) certification
- Developmental Support Worker (DSW) certification will be considered
- One to two years' experience as a PSW
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
- Fundamentals of Palliative Care- Level I (or a commitment to complete within one year)
- Experience in Palliative or acute care (hospital) preferred
- AHPCE course completion is an asset
- Have a personal vehicle and possess both a current driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance
- A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check
- Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
VON Canada: Careers that fit your life. Join our team today!
A quick note: This posting is for recruitment purposes. Full job descriptions are available.
Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.
Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its’ discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.
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