Location: Private home in Barrhaven East (off of Prince of Wales).
Position Type: Part-time, mornings 6:30 or 7am to 9am (3 hours)
Start Date: Immediately or as agreed upon
Position Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Personal Support Worker (PSW) to provide in-home care for two seniors in a private residence. The ideal candidate will support daily living activities while promoting independence, dignity, and a safe, comfortable environment. One senior has advanced Parkinson’s. He moves very slowly and requires the constant assistance of one person to move around the home.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting. Getting client out of bed.
- Support mobility, transfers, and safe ambulation.
- Assist with feeding breakfast as required.
- Administer or remind clients to take medications as directed.
- Provide companionship and emotional support.
- Perform light housekeeping duties (bathroom tidiness, bed making)
- Monitor and report changes in physical or cognitive health
Qualifications:
- PSW certificate or equivalent experience
- Previous experience working with seniors, preferably in a home setting
- Knowledge of safe lifting and transfer techniques
- Current First Aid and CPR certification (preferred)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, patient, and compassionate demeanor