Elder care Job in Newmarket, Ontario

A caring, fun loving and close knit family requires a live-out caregiver who is genuine, trustworthy and compassionate to care for a male patient, 73 years old, with Multiple System Atrophy. This job is situated in Newmarket close to a mall, community center, public transportation and major highways. Requirements: • PSW certified • Valid CPR/First Aid at Health Care Professional Level • Current Police Record Check Desired Skills/Expertise • Experience as a caregiver in a private home setting • Experience working with elderly clients a must • Experience working with Advanced Parkinson’s • Experience caring for clients with physical limitations a must • Experience with housekeeping duties (dishes, vacuuming etc....) • Experience in using a Hoyer lift • Comfortable and willing to work with other PSW's as patient is a 2 person transfer • Post secondary education is an asset • RN/RPN background a bonus Job duties include but not limited to: • Personal care and hygiene (bathing and daily skin care) • Toileting (commode) and incontinence care • Feed or assist with eating • Medication Reminders • Ability to follow care plan • Valid and clean drivers license is an asset but not a requirement Hours: Monday - Friday: 3pm - 8pm Saturday - Sunday: 7pm - 8pm **Please note - we may be flexible with the schedule Compensation: Salary; $15.00/hr