Job Description

POSTING DATE: September 22, 2026 POSTING: 2026-063 (SEIU)

EXPIRY DATE: September 29, 2026

WEST PERTH VILLAGE (RITZ LUTHERAN VILLA)

NOTICE OF VACANCY

POSITION: Personal Support Worker

West Perth Village (Ritz Lutheran Villa)

Regular Part-Time

POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Director of Care, the Personal Support Worker contributes to the overall success of the organization by effectively providing care to residents as directed by the registered staff in charge.

REPORTS TO: Director of Care

DATE REQUIRED: As Soon As Possible

SALARY: $25.35 to $25.97 per hour (All PSW employees will receive an additional $3.00 per hour which is the current Personal Support Worker Wage Enhancement provided by the Provincial Government)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Personal Support Worker certificate preferred or enrolled in an accredited PSW program or nursing program and completing the practical experience requirements of the program,
• Experience working with the vulnerable population, in a long term care setting preferred
• Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) training an asset
• Must be capable of meeting the physical demands of the job and apply effective body mechanics
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able and willing to work as an effective team member

Responsibilities

• Two (2) Years clinical experience in long term care preferred

Abilities

• Flexibility to work all shifts (days, evenings and nights)
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to adapt to changing environment
• Good Interpersonal Skills

Please submit a complete resume by visiting careers page on our website: www.westperthvillage.ca or by dropping your application off at Ritz Lutheran Villa’s reception desk.

West Perth Village (Ritz Lutheran Villa) is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. We know that we are strengthened by a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all equity-seeking groups, including but not limited to: Indigenous persons, visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, persons who identify as women and persons of marginalized sexual orientations and gender identities. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

This job posting is being advertised for a new vacancy within the organization. The status of the position is indicated to provide transparency in accordance with applicable regulations.

The West Perth Village does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All application reviews and hiring decisions are conducted by Human Resource professionals and/or the hiring managers.

“Caring is our reason for being.”