At Cheshire, your employment with us will undoubtedly provide you, a dynamic and ambitious Personal Support Worker, with a robust and diverse experience that will positively enhance your contributions to your future in the Health Care field. 

You are a bit of a fire-cracker and really enjoy working one-on-one with consumers; building relationships and earning trust is an aspect of your practice to which you excel.
 
We are a non-profit organization that has dedicated over 36 years to meeting the attendant service needs of individuals with physical disabilities in London and five surrounding counties. In London we support adults with physical disabilities and frail seniors to live independently in their communities through the provision of personal support services that are mutually respectful and value the contributions of all.  By promoting a ‘Person Centred Support’ philosophy, Cheshire empowers consumers by tailoring an individual’s care to their own unique needs, interests, requests and preferences.    
 
“I have never met such a group of truly caring people, not only in their jobs but in the way they live their lives.”
                                                                                                ~ Consumer, Perth Attendant Outreach

Responsibilities as a Personal Attendant with Cheshire will include but not necessarily limited to: personal grooming, bathing, washing and hygiene; toileting and bowel routines, stabilized bowel/bladder care; getting up and going to bed; transfers, lifts and other assisted mobility needs; meal preparation, serving, clean up and assisted eating; cleaning and laundry; escort to appointments id necessary, range of motion and general fitness exercises; injectable insulin; tracheotomy care; and intermittent catheterization.  

1. Possess a valid Canadian Driver’s License and have regular access to a reliable vehicle
2. Have valid automobile insurance
3. Currently have (or able to acquire) a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
4. Be available to work a variety of shifts including mornings, afternoons, evenings and possibly weekends
5. Possess knowledge/ ability to use proper body mechanics and safe lifting/ transferring techniques

We offer our Personal Attendants a very competitive starting pay rate of $19.25/hr + 8% in lieu of benefits and compensation for mileage and travel time. Cheshire provides on the job training, continuous career development opportunities with through a diverse consumer service model.  Emergency First Aid and CPR (re)certification is also provided by the agency.
    Cheshire Homes of London is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders.  As an agency, we advocate all requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005) as part of our organizational mission and core values.  Upon request, accommodations are available during the application or interview process; please contact the HR Coordinator listed on this posting for assistance. 
 
We thank all interested applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.