Personal Support Worker - Peterborough, OntarioCAD$400.00/week (CAD$25.00/hr)DescriptionHome Care Position for Senior with Alzheimer'sWe are seeking a compassionate and experienced caregiver to provide overnight support for an 81‑year‑old woman living with Alzheimer's disease. She resides in a comfortable home environment just outside Peterborough with her family, who have been her primary caregivers for the past four years. Despite the challenges of memory loss, she has maintained remarkable stability through regular gym visits with a personal trainer, participation in a memory clinic, attendance at a meeting club, and church involvement. However, recent changes in her condition have created a need for dedicated overnight care.The client experiences nighttime disorientation, wandering, and anxiety‑related behaviors, including persistent itching that disrupts her sleep. She has her own apartment space within the family home equipped with monitoring systems. While she generally recognizes family members during daytime hours, nighttime confusion can cause her to misidentify people around her. The family has successfully managed her care through consistent routines, cognitive stimulation, and physical activity, but caregiver burnout has made professional overnight support essential.ResponsibilitiesProvide attentive overnight supervision and support.Assist with bathroom visits, manage nighttime disorientation episodes, provide comfort and redirection when she experiences confusion or anxiety, and help with hygiene needs if accidents occur.Apply soothing lotions or creams as needed for skin irritation and itching.Maintain a calm,



reassuring presence during periods of restlessness or agitation.Ensure the client’s safety as she moves around her apartment space and prevent wandering beyond secure boundaries.Document any significant events or changes in behavior during the shift.Collaborate with family members who handle all daytime care, activities, and appointments.What we’re looking forFemale caregiver with experience supporting individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia‑related behaviors.Strong skills in managing nighttime confusion, redirecting anxious or repetitive behaviors, and maintaining patience during challenging moments.Experience with seniors who have difficulty sleeping, skin sensitivity issues, or nighttime restlessness is highly valuable.Comfortable working independently overnight while remaining alert and responsive to the client’s needs.Excellent communication skills for coordinating with family members and documenting observations.A calm, gentle demeanor and the ability to provide reassurance without escalating confusion.ScheduleOvernight shifts from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.Coverage required for two consecutive nights per week, specifically Wednesday and Thursday nights.Occasional additional nights may be added based on caregiver availability and family needs.Recurring weekly schedule with flexibility to adjust as care needs evolve.Pay & HoursCAD$25.00 per hour, CAD$400.00 per week (estimated earnings based on 2 days/week).LocationPeterborough, OntarioRequirementsPersonal Support Worker (PSW) license/certificationCPR certificationFirst Aid certificationExperience with dementia/Alzheimer’s (Required)Additional ConsiderationsClient experiences nighttime disorientation and wandering due to Alzheimer’s disease.Client may wake multiple times during the night (typically around midnight and 5 AM) and can become confused about family members.Severe itching and scratching due to anxiety, particularly affecting her ability to sleep.Client has her own apartment within the family home with camera monitoring and doorbell system for safety.Physically lifting may be required for personal care assistance.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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