Careers
Providence Care employs over 2,100 people. From frontline health care staff to executives and support staff in areas like administration, facilities, food services, security and more, working together to provide high quality, safe care.
Who We Are
Providence Care is Southeastern Ontario’s leading provider of specialized care in aging, mental health, palliative care and rehabilitation.
Continuing the legacy of our Founders, the Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul, Providence Care consists of more than 20 community programs, Providence Manor long-term care home, Providence Care Hospice, Providence Transitional Care Centre and Providence Care Hospital. We care for more than 15,000 people from across the region.
Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College, Providence Care is a member of the Ontario Hospital Association, and is a centre for healthcare, education and research. We are more than healthcare; we promote independence, enhance quality of life and redefine traditional healthcare through partnerships, innovation and research.
Why Work At Providence Care
Providence Care is committed to providing a supportive, healthy, and dynamic work environment where innovation and best practices are part of everything we do. Through partnerships and person-centred care, we’re transforming the healthcare experience across Southeastern Ontario.
We invest in life-long learning, mentorship, and leadership development, giving our employees the chance to grow professionally and shape the future of care. We also have programs and policies in place to keep people safe in our workplace, to promote respect and diversity, and a recognition program for employees.
Working for Providence Care is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others within a supportive and enriching environment. Employees enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and access to a retirement pension plan, and bursary programs that support professional growth.
Our Values
Living our values is the foundation of productive and genuine working relationships. We share our
commitment to and enthusiasm for enhancing the quality of life of each person.
Respect & Dignity – We believe in the inherent worth and excellence of all people.
Compassion – We are sympathetic and conscious of the needs of others, and have a deep desire to respond.
Stewardship – We embrace our role in the responsible management of all that is entrusted to our care.
Inclusion – We promote and celebrate belonging, creating a welcoming space for all.
What Our Staff Have to Say
I love my career. That’s the main thing I want people to know. It’s not just a job – it’s a career for me. I’m so proud to say I am an RPN. My favorite thing about my job is when the residents remember my name. It just makes my eyes glow. I love it!
RPN
Explore our Locations
Providence Care Hospital
- Scenic location on Lake Ontario with nearby parks and trails
- People-centred approach to care, with a focus on healthy workplace and a culture of quality
- Specialized sub-acute care in aging, mental health, palliative care and rehabilitation
- Modern, state-of-the-art building with on-site parking, a café and cafeteria
- Affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
What to expect:
- Competitive salaries with full-time benefits and Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Education, bursary, and mentorship opportunities
Providence Transitional Care Centre
- Located near Lake Ontario, Queen’s University and Downtown Kingston
- Specializing in transitional care, restorative care, cognitive behavioural support, short-stay respite and convalescent care
- A fully renovated building with on-site cafeteria and parking
- People-centred approach to care, with a focus on healthy workplace and a culture of quality
- Affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
What to expect:
- Competitive salaries with full-time benefits and a Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
Providence Manor Long-Term Care
- Located in downtown Kingston
- Specialized care for dementia and veterans
- A person and family-centred approach with a focus on healthy workplace and a culture of quality
- Affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
What to expect:
- Competitive salaries with full-time and part-time benefits and a Group Retirement Pension Plan
- Corporate and Resident Home Area/service specific orientation for new hires
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
Providence Care Community Services
- A wide range of community services across Southeastern Ontario with locations in Kingston, Belleville, Brockville, Kingston, Napanee and Sharbot Lake
- A people-centred approach to care delivery with a focus on healthy workplace and a culture of quality
- Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
- Competitive salaries, benefits and pension
- Corporate and service specific orientation for new hires
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
AB Smith Homestead House
- Located in Providence Village in central Kingston
- Providence Care’s hospice care focuses exclusively on ensuring comfort and enhancing quality of life, without the use of life-prolonging therapies.
- A person and family-centred approach with a focus on healthy workplace and a culture of quality
- Provides a welcoming, inclusive approach that honours individual beliefs and values
- Newly opened in 2025, the space has been designed for the comfort of the patient and their family.
What to expect:
- Competitive salaries with full-time and part-time benefits and a Group Retirement Pension Plan
- Corporate orientation for new hires
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
Questions?
We’re here to help. Reach out to us at work@providencecare.ca with any questions.
Please note: In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Providence Care is committed to providing necessary accommodation to individuals with disabilities, throughout the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation in order to fully participate in the process please notify the Recruitment & Staffing Specialist referenced on the job posting.
