Developmental Support Worker / Personal Support Worker
- London, ON
- CAD$108.00/week We are seeking a compassionate caregiver for a gentleman living with frontal lobe dementia in London, Ontario. He values his independence and does not like feeling trapped or controlled. He speaks Spanish as his first language and is reverting to it more frequently as his dementia progresses, though he still communicates in English. He attends a community program on Thursdays and Fridays. Provide companionship and social engagement to reduce loneliness and isolation. Assist with light meal preparation, primarily reheating pre-prepared food and providing reminders to eat. Help with light tidying and household tasks, engaging the client in activities like folding laundry to help him feel useful and involved. Accompany him on walks around the neighborhood or local mall. Monitor his medication dispensing machine and assist if he becomes confused by the alarm. Bilingual in English and Spanish, or at least conversational Spanish skills. Patient, calm,
and gentle approach with excellent understanding of trauma-informed care. Understanding of how to redirect without confrontation and how to help someone feel useful and engaged. We are starting with a few visits per week, likely Monday and Wednesday mornings, with flexibility as the client adjusts to receiving care. The client attends a community program on Thursdays and Fridays, so care is needed primarily at the beginning of the week. CAD$27.00/hr CAD$27.00/hr Hourly rate CAD$108.00/week CAD$108.00/week Per week Estimated Earnings Based on 2 day(s)/week Morning Immediately Care needs Companionship Mobility support Personal Support Worker (PSW) Required languages Spanish Versatile with schedule changes Needs to feel practical and engaged through straightforward activities like folding laundry or helping with tasks. Attends community program Thursdays and Fridays. Starting care slowly as client is newly open to receiving support. #
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