Original job description
<p>We are currently hiring <strong>Part-Time Personal Attendants </strong>to join our <strong>AbleLiving Services </strong>team at our <strong>Queenston Heights </strong>program! If you are interested in joining a team of highly skilled health care professionals who are committed to making a difference then we need to hear from you!</p><p>This program operates 7 days a week and candidates need to be flexible and available for a variety of shifts including days and afternoons. This includes every other weekend and statutory holidays. </p><p><em><strong><a href="http://www.thrivegroup.ca/ableliving-services.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AbleLiving Services</a> </strong>is a non-profit organization providing personal support services to adults with disabilities, and seniors living within their own home or one of our independent living facilities. Our clients direct and customize the services they receive and we support them to maximize their independence and enhance their quality of life. We provide services across the Golden Horseshoe in the Mississauga, Burlington, Stoney Creek and Hamilton communities.</em></p><p>Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer:</p><ul><li>Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)</li><li>Competitive wages</li><li>Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development and growth</li><li>Tuition reimbursement opportunities</li><li>Employee Assistance Program</li></ul><p>Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized an awarded as:</p><ul><li>2026 Best Workplaces in Ontario </li><li>2026 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team</li><li>2026 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada</li><li>2026 Best Workplaces for Women</li><li>2026 Best Workplaces for Giving Back </li></ul><p>We’re thrilled to be acknowledged for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace!</p><p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p><p>Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, this position is responsible for providing non-medical personal support servces, life-skills support and light housekeeping duties to enable clients to remain in their own homes and live as independantly as possible. Duties include assisting clients with personal care, arranging and escorting clients to appointments and housekeeping services.Such duties are carried out under the direction of the clients and/or their alternate decision maker and is in accordance with the client services contracts, laws and regulations governing service provision.</p><p><strong>Employment Guide:</strong></p><ul><li>A High School Diploma and experience in the provision of personal support services to people with disabilities and/or seniors are requirements for this position.</li><li>Additional certification in personal support care, first aid, health care or other related qualification preferred.</li><li>Ability to empathize with people with physical and emotional needs is essential.</li><li>Knowledge of basic math and ability to do calculations and quantity measurements are required.</li><li>Must be able to plan and organize work and perform tasks according to priority.</li><li>Ability to make solid decisions and problem-solve effectively are also essential.</li><li>Good oral and written communication skills, with a competent level of English are requirements.</li><li>Able to communicate in other languages is an asset.</li><li>Must demonstrate high commitment to providing exceptional customer service and be reliable, punctual, and capable of managing time effectively.</li><li>Ability to develop supportive relationships and work collaboratively with clients, family members, colleagues, volunteers, and community partners are essential.</li><li>Must be able to take direction and work independently as well as part of a team.</li><li>A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check or Criminal Reference Check is required.</li></ul><p>Personal Support Worker certificate is not required for this position but is considered an asset. </p><p><strong>Job Types: </strong>Part-Time</p><p><strong>Hourly Rate: </strong>$24.00</p><p><em>We are currently hiring to fill an existing/new position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted.</em></p><p><em>At <a href="https://www.thrivegroup.ca/"><strong>Thrive Group</strong></a>, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of <strong>Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility</strong>, and <strong>Excellence</strong>. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the <strong>Human Resources Department </strong>at <strong>289-309-8477</strong> or email <strong>hr@thrivegroup.ca </strong></em></p><p> </p>
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Responsibilities
Provide non-medical personal support, life-skills assistance, and light housekeeping to help clients remain in their homes and live as independently as possible. Assist with personal care and appointments, following client direction and applicable service contracts, laws, and regulations.
Requirements
A high school diploma and experience providing personal support to people with disabilities and/or seniors are required; related care certifications are preferred, and a Personal Support Worker certificate is an asset but not required. Candidates need empathy, communication and organizational skills, reliability, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check or Criminal Reference Check.
Skills
- Personal Support
- Personal Care
- Life-Skills Support
- Light Housekeeping
- Appointment Coordination and Escorting
- Empathy
- Basic Math and Measurement
- Planning and Organization
- Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving
- Oral and Written Communication
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Relationship-Building
- Teamwork
- Independent Work
Benefits
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
- Competitive Wages
- Education, Training, Development, and Growth Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Personal Support Services
- Personal Care
- Disability Support
- Senior Care
- Life-Skills Support
- Light Housekeeping
- Independent Living
- Client-Directed Services
- Appointment Assistance
- Personal Support Worker Certificate
- First Aid
- Healthcare
- Customer Service
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Criminal Reference Check
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Accessibility
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
