Personal Support Workers (PSWs)
A Personal Support Worker (PSW) provides hands-on daily care for seniors and individuals recovering from illness or surgery. Essential Staff places certified, police-checked PSWs in private homes and healthcare facilities across Ontario - typically confirmed within 24 to 48 hours of your request. Call +1 647 749 8189 for same-day availability.
Hire Certified Personal Support Workers (PSWs) in Ontario
We recognize that compassionate, dependable care is essential to the well-being of your loved ones. As a trusted PSW agency serving Ontario, including St. Thomas, London, Toronto, Windsor, and nearby communities, we provide certified Personal Support Workers (PSWs) who are trained to deliver high-quality care in both home and facility settings.
Whether you need a dedicated support worker for daily assistance, a personal care attendant for hygiene and mobility support, or companion care to ease loneliness and promote emotional wellness, our team is here to help. We match each client with professionals who are not only skilled but also genuinely committed to improving lives through respectful, personalized service.
With Essential Staff, you can count on care that’s tailored, compassionate, and always professional.
What Our PSWs Do
- Assistance with daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility support)
- Meal preparation and feeding support
- Medication reminders and health monitoring
- Companionship and emotional support
- Support for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those recovering from illness or surgery
Are you a Director of Care, HR Manager, or Facility Administrator
facing a PSW staffing gap?
Essential Staff maintains an active pool of certified, police-checked PSWs
available for:
✓ Per diem (daily) shift coverage
✓ Short-term contract placement
✓ Long-term facility staffing
✓ Emergency same-day coverage
We serve LTCs, retirement homes, hospitals, and community health centres
across Ontario. When your facility has a gap, we fill it - fast.
Request PSW Staffing for Your Facility
Prefer to speak with someone directly? Call us: +1 647 749 8189
PSW Staffing for Healthcare Facilities in Ontario
Frequently Asked Questions About PSW Services in Ontario
A PSW assists with personal care tasks including bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility support, meal preparation, medication reminders, and companionship. PSWs are trained healthcare workers who help clients maintain independence and dignity in their own homes or in care facilities.For a full comparison of PSW and caregiver roles, see our guide:
PSW vs Caregiver — What's the Difference in Ontario?
Q: How do I hire a PSW in Ontario?
Contact Essential Staff at +1 647 749 8189 or submit a request online. We conduct a free assessment to understand your needs, match you with a suitable certified PSW, and have care confirmed within 24 to 48 hours in most cases.
Q: Are your PSWs certified and background-checked?
Yes. Every PSW placed by Essential Staff holds recognized PSW certification, has completed a police background check, and has provided professional references that we verify before placement.
Q: Can a PSW work overnight or on weekends?
Yes. Essential Staff places PSWs for day shifts, evening shifts, overnight care, weekends, and 24-hour coverage depending on your needs.