June 4, 2026

GROVES MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-130

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

(TEMPORARY PART TIME)

One (1) temporary part time Personal Support Worker position is available at Groves Memorial Community Hospital. You will be an integral part of a collaborative and inter-disciplinary team focused on delivering exemplary care to our patients.

This position is unionized with UNIFOR Service.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Personal Support Worker assists with patient care by:

Having a strong focus on client safety and ethical standards,
Developing respectful working relationships with patients and families to meet their care needs,
Being respectful of the dignity and the individuality of each patient,
Providing personal care that meets the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of each patient - including, but not limited to, preventative skin care, hygiene, grooming and dressing, nutrition, use and care of adaptive aids/prosthesis; elimination and toileting,
Observing, assessing, and reporting changes in patients’ behaviors and activities,
Participating in multidisciplinary team environment,
Assisting and attending to special needs of the patients,
Escorting patients into diagnostic tests as needed,
Collecting and monitoring patient information,
Taking the patient’s height and weight and documenting the care given accordingly,
Assisting with appropriate levels of supervision of patients,
Maintaining the safety and comfort of patients by ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors and adhering to hospital infection control measures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful completion of an approved Personal Support Worker (PSW) Diploma/Certification from a recognized program
CPR certificate at the Heart Saver Level and Standard First Aid
Previous experience in assisting patients with basic personal care needed
Minimum of one to two years of related experience in a health care setting preferred
Responsible, energetic individual with above average ability to prioritize and organize in a busy environment
Knowledgeable regarding the scope of practice for various job categories
Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and general public
Basic computer skills
Demonstrated ability to follow through with requests