Support Worker Membership

As a Support Worker, you can have confidence knowing that you are protected with our PSW $2 million liability insurance coverage.

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Eligibility Requirements:

Graduated from an accredited Canadian program, titles accepted:

  • Home Support Worker
  • Continuing Care Aide
  • Personal Care Aide
  • Health Care Aide
  • Personal Support Worker (If you are in Ontario, please visit the Ontario chapter site)
  • Personal Care Assistant
  • Community Health Worker
  • Personal Care Attendant
  • Support Services Attendant

 

Liability Coverage

  • 2 Million dollar Professional Liability Insurance coverage
  • $50,000 abuse coverage
  • Whistleblower protection
  • Free annual national police check

 

Employment & Education

  • Free and cost-effective courses & professional training
  • Corporate sponsor networking opportunities
  • Membership status letters for employment purposes
  • Connections with top PSW employers

 

 

 

Exclusive Savings & More

  • Retail & travel discounts
  • Memberships are tax-deductible
  • Professionally branded ID

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Our goal is to make the Support Worker a profession of choice in the Health Care field and not just as a stepping stone.

Membership Benefits

  • CCA, PCA, HCA, PSW, RSA eligible
  • Access to unlimited legal helpline
  • All memberships are tax-deductible!
  • Professionally Branded ID – Click here for more info
  • Annual National Police Check provided to you at NO Charge
  • Code of Ethics
  • Scope of Practice
  • Whistleblower protection
  • Standards of Practice​
  • Unlimited Endorsements from CANSWA for Job Interviews: Available upon Request
  • Portfolio building: Available upon request
  • Corporate Sponsor Networking Opportunities
  • Connecting you with TOP SW Employers – You have first access to job postings!
  • Up to date information provided to you on government regulations affecting your profession
  • CANSWA Member ONLY Specialized Education that is cost-effective or FREE!
  • $2 Million Dollar Liability Insurance attached to EVERY SW Membership
  • All CANSWA SW members have $50,000 abuse coverage included in their coverage
  • CANSWA member badge; CANSWA does not offer SW certificates. If you need a SW certificate, please get in touch with your educational institution.

If you need insurance to satisfy LHIN FMHC Requirements please apply as an Entrepreneur Member.  **ONLY SW Certificate Holders (or recognized equivalents) are eligible for Entrepreneur Membership

 

Important Info

When you receive your email from BackCheck (Sterling Talent Solutions) you have ONE week to complete all steps of the online application. If you DO NOT complete the steps CANSWA will charge you an additional $75.00 to complete the application.

 

This membership is non-refundable. View our cancellation policy. If you need a SW certificate, please get in touch with your educational institution.

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💳 Alternative Payment Option: Interac e-Transfer

If you prefer not to pay by card, you can send your PSW Membership payment via Interac e-Transfer to:

📧 billing@opswa.com

Please include your full name and membership type in the message section of your transfer.

  • • Yearly Membership: $225.99

📎 Required Uploads

After sending your payment, please upload the following files to the same email (billing@opswa.com):

  1. Upload your Certificate*
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  2. Upload your Photo*
    Photo must have no filters and a plain white or neutral background.
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✅ Your membership will be activated once your payment and required files have been received and verified.

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Please note this membership is non-refundable. View our cancellation policy. If you need a PSW certificate, please get in touch with your educational institution.