Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Provide exceptional in-home personal care and companionship to seniors and adults in a community setting. Assist clients with customized personal care service plans for both private and government-funded homecare.
- On-site
- Town of Shelburne, NS
- Posted Jun 1, 2026
- Apply by Aug 30, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Are you a Health Care professional or Nursing student with a passion for senior care? Comfort Keepers wants you to join our team of compassionate caregivers. Comfort Keepers is looking for Personal Support Workers (PSW) in the Shelburne area to join our growing team. We are a leading in-home care provider for seniors and other adults that require a helping hand or companionship in their home. Shifts are available for short-shifts in the morning as well as weekends in the community. In this position you will provide support and assistance in community setting for private and government funded homecare. Join a growing family dedicated to providing companionship, personal care and other health care needs for individuals in their homes. Our Personal Support Workers provide exceptional in-home and companion experiences and assist with services detailed in our customized personal care service plans. Job Benefits: Flexible hours based on your availability. Interact and build relationships with your clients. Make a difference in the lives of seniors. Continuing training opportunities, including earned certificates. Work close to your home. Direct Deposit. Wage enhancement where applicable Take the first step toward an exciting career with Comfort Keepers! Apply Today! Comfort Keepers offers the following benefits: Competitive Pay – Including direct deposit and holiday pay. Friendly Environment – 24 hour support available, a fun team-centric atmosphere. Companionship & Friendship – Create lasting relationships with seniors and their loved ones. Job Requirements: Access to a cellular data enabled mobile phone Local to Shelburne Must have a current Vulnerable Sector Police check (within past 6 months) or be willing to obtain one Canadian issued Personal Support Worker certificate, Developmental Support Worker certificate, Health Care Aid certificate, 2nd yr+ Canadian nursing student, graduate of a Canadian nursing program or are an IEN Current BLS/CPR Up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations per PHAC recommendations Seasonal influenza vaccination Apply Today! $18.50 per hour for private pay/insurance visits, $20.75 for OHaH visits (incl wage enhancement). Comfort Keepers Orangeville supports those with varied disabilities in the hiring process. If you require assistance or accommodation in the application process.
What you’ll do
Provide exceptional in-home personal care and companionship to seniors and adults in a community setting. Assist clients with customized personal care service plans for both private and government-funded homecare.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Canadian PSW, DSW, or Health Care Aid certificate, or be a nursing student/graduate. A current Vulnerable Sector Police check, BLS/CPR certification, and up-to-date vaccinations are required.
Benefits
• Flexible hours • Continuing training opportunities • Earned certificates • Direct deposit • Wage enhancement • Competitive pay • Holiday pay • 24 hour support
Other relevant skills
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- Senior care
- Personal care
- Companionship
- Health care assistance
- Patient support
- BLS/CPR
Job areas
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 30, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week