About the Client

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced caregiver for a gentleman living with Parkinsons disease in Ottawa. He experiences discomfort, mobility challenges requiring use of a cane or walker, and incontinence. His spouse has been providing 4-8 hours of daily care but needs overnight support to rest and maintain her own wellbeing. The client requires assistance during nighttime hours when symptoms and care needs are most challenging.

Responsibilities

The caregiver will provide overnight care from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, remaining awake and alert throughout the shift. Primary duties include assisting with incontinence care and changing as needed during the night, helping the client reposition in bed for comfort due to Parkinsons-related stiffness and discomfort, providing mobility support when the client needs to get up, and monitoring the clients safety and wellbeing throughout the night. The caregiver will be stationed in the clients bedroom on a chair to ensure immediate response when assistance is needed. This role requires patience, gentleness, and attentiveness to the clients needs as they arise during overnight hours.

What We’re Looking For

We need a PSW with demonstrated experience caring for individuals with Parkinsons disease who understands the unique challenges this condition presents. The ideal candidate is patient, gentle, calm, and comfortable providing personal care including incontinence management. You must be able to remain awake and alert during overnight shifts and respond promptly to the clients needs.



Consistency is essential - we are looking for someone who can commit to a regular schedule and build a trusting relationship with the client, as individuals with Parkinsons benefit greatly from familiar caregivers who understand their routine and preferences. Bonded and insured PSWs only.

Schedule

Overnight shifts from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, three nights per week: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This is a three-month commitment with the same consistent caregiver for all scheduled shifts. Start date is adaptable but ideally beginning the week of November 10th, 2026.

Pay & Hours

CAD$27.00/hr

Hourly rate

CAD$27.00/hr

CAD$648.00/week

Per week

CAD$648.00/week

Required Days

Monday 11:00pm-7:00am

Friday 11:00pm-7:00am

Immediately

Location

Care needs

Personal care

Mobility support

Companionship

Requirements

License/Certification

Personal Support Worker (PSW)

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Required languages

Considerations

Physical lifting may be required

Additional Considerations

Experience with Parkinsons disease is essential. The client requires overnight care with assistance for incontinence management, repositioning in bed due to discomfort from Parkinsons, and mobility support. The caregiver must remain awake and alert throughout the night, staying in the clients bedroom to respond immediately when needed. The client uses a cane or walker and requires gentle, patient care. This is an overnight position from 11 PM to 7 AM to provide the primary caregiver with necessary rest.