03 Nov
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Personal Home Care
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Bolsover
03 Nov
Personal Home Care
Bolsover
Overview Join a compassionate, single-family household as a Full‑Time *or* Part-Time Personal Support Worker (PSW) providing dedicated, one‑on‑one support to an adult in their 40s who uses a power wheelchair and communicates through AAC and low‑tech boards. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by fostering independence, ensuring safety, and supporting daily routines within an accessible home located in serene Bolsover, ON, along the Trent Waterway. Thesepositions offer a scent-free and smoke-free environment. The household values confidentiality, positivity, humor, and a supportive team environment. Duties
- Assist with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and morning routines
- Support safe lifts, transfers, ambulation, and range‑of‑motion and mobility exercises
- Provide mobility assistance and ensure safety within an accessible home environment
- Support speech and vision therapy exercise programs
- Prepare meals and assist with meal planning
- Perform housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms, and dishwashing
- Accompany the client and assist with warm water therapy under the direction of and guided by the physiotherapist
- Plan and accompany the client on community outings (e.g. grocery shopping, library)
- Plan and accompany the client on visits, outings, and trips to neighbours, friends, and family
- Driving the client to the above mentioned outings (family provides a vehicle for on‑the‑job use only)
- Offer companionship and maintain a positive, engaging environment
- Support communication using AAC devices and low‑tech communication boards
- Monitor well‑being and report changes as needed to designated family members Schedule & Compensation
- Desired start date: Immediate
- $25-28/hour (reviewed annually)
for shifts between 9:00am and 9:30pm, with consideration for education and experience
- Overnight shift flat rate of $70/night *Available shifts:
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- Rotating Shift with Week 1, Monday to Friday 9:00am
- 3:30pm and Week 2, Monday to Friday 3:30pm
- 9:30pm
- Weekend Shift 1, Saturday & Sunday, 9:30am – 3:30pm and Shift 2, Saturday & Sunday 3:30pm
- 9:30pm
- Overnight on-call shift, 9:30 pm onward Experience
- Background in health care, PSW work, and caregiving
- Experience supporting individuals with speech impairments, visual impairments, or mobility challenges
- Familiarity with AAC communication is an asset
- Ability to perform physical tasks safely, including transfers and positioning
- Strong communication skills, patience, and a positive, humorous outlook
- Must be comfortable working in an family-oriented household Requirements
- Valid work permit or Canadian citizenship (no sponsorship available)
- Two references
- Resume and cover letter
- Relevant educational certificates
- Verified vulnerable persons check within the last 6 months
- Up‑to‑date vaccinations
- Willingness to work with a client who uses AAC and mobility equipment
- Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for use during time off
- Ability to maintain confidentiality Embark on a Meaningful Role This is a rewarding opportunity to support one individual in a warm, welcoming home setting. Training is provided for all shifts, and your dedication will directly enhance quality of life, independence, and daily comfort. If this role resonates with you, submit your resume and cover letter today Pay: $25.00-$28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Experience:
- PSW: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification:
- PSW certificate (required) Work
Location:
In person
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