Job Summary

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) Trainee program at SE Health is a unique, “Earn-while-you-learn” initiative designed for individuals in Ottawa looking to break into the healthcare sector. As a “Care Architect in Training,” you will transition from a passionate community member to a certified healthcare professional through a structured 6-month sponsored program. This role requires the “wit” to master complex clinical skills through virtual and in-person labs and the “grit” to provide compassionate, hands-on care to vulnerable populations in their own homes.

Job Details

Employer: SE Health (A national not-for-profit social enterprise with 115+ years of history).
Location: Ottawa, ON (Community-based care).
Training Wage: $19.05 per hour during the initial 5-week intensive.
Program Duration: 6 months total (5 weeks initial training, followed by 4 months of virtual learning and 3 weeks of skills labs/placements).
Status: Paid training transitioning into part-time community work.

Key Responsibilities: The Training & Care Lifecycle

You will evolve through a hybrid model of education and practical application.

Foundational Training: Attend paid sessions (Monday–Friday, 11 AM – 4 PM) covering personal care, household management, and general support.
Community Integration: After the first 5 weeks, begin working part-time in the community, applying your skills under supervision while continuing your virtual education.
Clinical Skills Lab: Participate in 3 weeks of intensive, in-person labs to master manual handling and medical assistance techniques.
Patient Support: Provide essential daily living assistance, including hygiene care, meal preparation, and emotional support to seniors and those with disabilities.
Safety Monitoring: Demonstrate a sharp eye for recognizing safety concerns in a patient’s home environment and reporting changes in health status.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

The “Compassionate Communicator”: Friendly, calm under pressure, and a strong verbal/written communicator.
The “Mobile Caregiver”: A valid G or G2 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle are mandatory for traveling between clients in the Ottawa area.
Day-One Readiness: Must have Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certification before starting.
Health Compliance: Proof of immunizations (MMR, HepB, etc.) and a negative TB test from the last 6 months.
Clearance: A clear Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Check are required upon a job offer.

Technical Insights: The PSW Scope of Practice

Becoming a PSW involves learning the “Activities of Daily Living” (ADL) framework used across Ontario’s healthcare system.

ADL Support: You will learn to assist with “Activities of Daily Living,” which include bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding, ensuring the patient’s dignity is always preserved.
Safe Transfers: You will be trained in “Body Mechanics” and the use of assistive devices (like Hoyer lifts) to move patients safely without injuring yourself or them.
Virtual Learning Tools: SE Health provides a Tablet and Virtual Textbook, allowing you to engage with modern medical theory from home.
Documentation: You will use a mobile device to log patient visits and track care plans, ensuring real-time communication with the clinical leadership team.

Why Join SE Health?

As a social enterprise, SE Health reinvests in research and its people rather than just seeking profit.

Comprehensive Investing: They provide 3 uniforms, a mobile device, a tablet, and even car loan support to ensure you have the tools to succeed.
Growth Beyond Graduation: Upon finishing the program, you receive a subsidized OPSWA (Ontario Personal Support Workers Association) membership and access to tuition bursaries for future nursing or leadership roles.
24/7 Mentorship: You are never alone; a leadership team is available around the clock to provide guidance as you practice to your full scope.
Innovation in Aging: SE Health actively researches seniors’ health, meaning you will be trained in the most current, evidence-based care methods.

Job Description

Do you believe that everyone deserves to age with dignity in their own home? SE Health is seeking PSW Trainees in Ottawa. We aren’t just looking for “workers”; we are looking for compassionate pioneers who have the “grit” to balance a 6-month education program with real-world care and the “wit” to solve the daily challenges of community health. If you want a career that offers purpose, stability, and a paid path to certification, you belong with us.

In this role, you are a “Hope Provider.” You understand that for many, you will be the most important person they see all day. Your goal is to achieve “Excellence in Community Care,” sparking happiness and health in the lives of those you serve. We look for “Empathy-first” individuals who are organized, agile, and ready to join a national legacy of “Health with Heart.”

Joining SE Health means joining a supportive family where your voice matters and your growth is guaranteed. We offer more than a paycheck; we offer a future. If you are a dedicated individual with a commitment to “Caring and Professional Growth,” we invite you to apply via LisaLavictoire@sehc.com and start your exciting new career today.

SE Health: Advancing Health with Heart

SE Health (formerly Saint Elizabeth Health Care) is a national not-for-profit social enterprise defined by a culture of fierce compassion, innovation, and “People Everything.” Their mission is to “advance health with heart” by empowering individuals to live with dignity and independence in their own homes. The internal environment is guided by a “Hope and Happiness” philosophy, which posits that by supporting the well-being and growth of their 8,000+ staff members, they enable them to provide exceptional care to the 21,000 people they serve daily.

In 2026, SE Health remains one of Ottawa’s most critical home and community care providers, operating at the intersection of traditional nursing and modern digital health:

Localized Nursing Clinics: In partnership with Ontario Health atHome, SE Health operates specialized community nursing clinics across Ottawa to provide accessible, expert care:
- Laperriere Clinic: Located at 1505 Laperriere Ave, 4th Floor, providing 7-day-a-week nursing services (8 am–8 pm).
- Barrhaven Clinic: Located at 1221 Greenbank Rd, serving the growing populations in the south-west of the city.
Specialized Care Pillars: Their Ottawa-based teams provide a wide spectrum of home-based services, including:
- Palliative and End-of-Life Care: Focused on comfort, dignity, and supporting families through difficult journeys.
- Wound and Ostomy Care: Utilizing advanced clinical protocols for complex healing.
- Chronic Disease Management: Specialized support for Diabetes and Continence management.
- Home Chemotherapy and Infusion: Allowing patients to receive high-complexity treatments in the safety of their own homes.
Technological Innovation: In 2026, SE Health has expanded its Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) programs in Ottawa. By providing data-enabled tablets and biometric sensors, they allow real-time communication between patients and care teams, significantly reducing hospital readmissions and “Alternate Level of Care” (ALC) days.
The “People Everything” Philosophy: Recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity 2024-2026, the workplace culture in Ottawa emphasizes flexibility and autonomy. Staff often cite the “family-like” environment and the ability to control their own schedules as key benefits, supported by a robust Tuition Assistance Program for continuous career mobility.
Social Impact & The 115 Initiative: Celebrating over 115 years of service, SE Health’s Ottawa teams participate in local giving projects, such as hand-delivering care packages to shelters and supporting local food banks, reflecting their status as a social enterprise that reinvests its surplus back into community health.

Working with or receiving care from SE Health in Ottawa means engaging with an organization that views care as a form of social strength. Whether it’s a visiting nurse in Kanata or a specialized therapist in the Glebe, the experience is anchored in the belief that “meaningful progress happens when we put people at the center of everything we do.”

To apply for this job please visit careers.sehc.com.