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Personal Support Worker (PSW)

@ Home Instead

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Markham, Ontario

Full-time
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Overview

Home Instead is hiring Personal Support Workers, International Nurses and Nursing Students to assist seniors in their homes across Markham and Thornhill. The role is full-time with flexible weekday and weekend shifts, and the posting states pay of $20.00 to $22.50 per hour. Work involves companionship, personal care and light household support for clients.

Responsibilities:

  • Companionship and conversation with seniors
  • Personal care assistance
  • Light housekeeping and meal preparation
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Alzheimer's, hospice and palliative support

Requirements summary:

  • PSW diploma, or nursing degree from any country
  • Or at least one year completed in a nursing program
  • Friendly and congenial client communication
  • Criminal background check
  • Valid driver's licence, vehicle and insurance an asset

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PSWCommunicate with customersValid driver's licence
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Employer posting date
2025-01-08
First seen by our source
2026-11-15
Source record updated
2026-11-15

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSocial & community services
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, evening, weekends, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingClient sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Driver’s licencepreferred
Background checkscriminal record
EducationTrade certificate (preferred)
Fields of studyPersonal Support Worker, Nursing
Perks mentionedFlexible hours, Performance bonus, Paid training

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Job description
Are you...

  • Interested in helping seniors age in the comfort of their own homes?
  • Wanting to spend more time building relationships with your clients during shifts?
  • Looking to join an organization that truly values and supports you?

If you answered yes to any of those questions, you'd fit right in at Home Instead Markham!

We are looking for Certified Personal Support Workers, International Nurses, and Nursing Students to assist seniors in their homes throughout the communities of Markham and Thornhill.

We are looking to fill multiple open roles with weekday and weekend availability.

What We Offer

  • Flexible schedule and competitive pay
  • Longer visits with each client
  • 24 hour support from caring administrative staff
  • Paid Mileage
  • On-going Paid Training
  • Cash bonuses
  • Referral Incentives
  • Social Events
  • Rewards for providing exceptional care
  • Opportunity for full-time guaranteed hours

Responsibilities:

  • Companionship and conversation
  • Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Personal Care assistance
  • Alzheimer’s Care
  • Hospice and Palliative support

Requirements:

  • Completion of Personal Support Worker diploma OR
  • Completion of Nursing degree in any country OR
  • Currently enrolled in a nursing program, having completed at least one year
  • Ability to communicate with clients in a friendly and congenial manner
  • Possessing a valid driver's license, a vehicle, and valid auto insurance is an asset
  • Complete a criminal background check

Job Types

  • Full-time
  • Part-time

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Night shift
  • Live-In

Location:

  • Markham
  • Unionville
  • Thornhill

Compensation: Starting at $20.00 to $22.50 per hour

Apply today and help us make a positive impact on the lives of seniors in our community!

If you'd like to learn more about Home Instead, please visit www.homeinstead.com/3052

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