Personal Support Worker (PSW)- (FT)- Toronto, ON

At March of Dimes Canada, our collective work matters. As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.

Our collective efforts are rooted in our Purpose, Vision, and Mission, which inform how we drive all our work forward: 

• Purpose: Champion equity. Empower ability.
• Vision: An inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities. 
• Mission: To be Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.  

Our Community Support Services (CSS) team provides essential services that enable our clients to thrive. Whether their disability is physical, the result of brain injury, or aging, our more than 2,000 team members assist clients in their homes and across communities, to live as independently as possible.

Opportunity 

We are hiring for a Full-time Personal Support Worker position for midnight shifts in Toronto, ON

Starting Wage: $18.58/hour. Plus: $3.00/hour wage enhancement from the Ontario government for hours spent directly supporting clients (does not apply to training or paid leave)

Hours per week:  37.5 hours per week

Shifts: (11:00pm – 7:00am) Sunday - Thursday

Location: 22 McCaul, Toronto, ON

Roles and responsibilities

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) will assist individuals in their activities of daily living, in accordance with individual service plans and March of Dimes Canada policies. 
•    Personal care (grooming, hygiene, bathing, etc.)
•    Lifts and transfers
•    Rising and retiring routines
•    Bowel and bladder procedures
•    Meal preparation and feeding
•    Range of motion exercises
•    Light housekeeping
•    Performing duties in a respectful, professional manner that maintains dignity, privacy, and health & safety

Qualifications and experience
•    Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (required to travel to and from client homes)
•    Grade 12 diploma and/or PSW certificate
•    Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment)
•    Experience working with individuals with physical disabilities
•    Understanding of Independent Living or Client-Based Care models
•    Knowledge of transferring, lifting, and bowel/bladder routines
•    Strong interpersonal, communication, and de-escalation skills
•    Physical demands self-assessment required upon hire
•    Professionalism in dealing with team members and service providers
•    Mental health and behavior management experience is an asset
•    Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently
•    Willingness to work flexible and scheduled hours, including weekends and evenings

Deadline: Submit your resume and cover letter by August 6, 2025.

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MODC is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds and abilities. In accordance with accessibility and human rights legislation across Canada, MODC will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities and other protected needs. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable, accessible, and barrier-free. 

Our Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion (READI) approach 

MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture. It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed. Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members— and in our shared culture — so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.