August 27, 2026

GROVES MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-191

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:

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 secure 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

Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment

Capable of working independently and able to take direction

Knowledge of principles of medical asepsis and universal precautions

Demonstrated positive relationships with other health care professionals and able to contribute to the development of an environment conducive to excellent patient care

Willing to work flexible hours

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Satisfactory performance and attendance required

Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date

Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check

Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired

HOURS OF WORK:

12-hour shifts; day, evening, night and weekend shifts as per department schedule.

SALARY:

$28.27 per hour

Groves Memorial Community Hospital strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

Groves Memorial Community Hospital is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

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📌 Personal Support Worker (GMCH) #2026-191 (Fergus)
🏢 Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA)
📍 Fergus