Reliable and Caring PSW needed

Job Overview

Very fun 46-year-old female quadriplegic with spinal cord injury in Orillia seeking a reliable, responsible, and caring Personal Support Worker for morning and evening in-home care, Monday to Friday.

Services required include dressing, transfers, using ceiling lift, meal preparation, and tidying/light housekeeping.

Smoke free environment with two barky but friendly dogs.

Offering competitive salary through the Direct Funding program, including public holiday and vacation pay.

Duties

  • Assist me with daily activities such as dressing, grooming, and mobility to ensure comfort and dignity
  • Provide patient care including medication administration and wound care
  • Support me with meal preparation to promote proper nutrition and hydration
  • Perform light housekeeping tasks like cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe environment
  • Assist with transfers and mobility exercises to ensure safety during movement

Skills

  • Proven experience working with individuals with disabilities in assisted living, nursing homes, or home care settings
  • Strong knowledge of managing patients with complex needs
  • Excellent caregiving skills with a focus on patient safety and comfort
  • Ability to perform independent heavy lifting safely and efficiently when assisting me with mobility needs
  • Effective communication skills in English
  • Compassionate, reliable, and on-time
  • A love for barky but friendly dogs

Join me if you’re committed to making a meaningful difference through reliable, caring support. I value energetic individuals who are eager to provide top-quality care while fostering a warm and respectful environment. This paid position offers the opportunity to grow your skills while positively impacting lives every day!

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 14.0 – 16.0 per week

Work Location: In person

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