Independent Living PA — Confidence & Community

Independent Lives; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Self-employed compatible

Job summary

Independent Lives is seeking a proactive Personal Assistant in Hastings to support a young man with developing independence and community involvement. The role focuses on companionship, life skills, and outings, with four hours of support every fortnight.

The candidate should be reliable, patient, and able to encourage learning at the client’s pace. Applicants must be able to work on a self-employed basis; driving licence is not required.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be reliable and patient.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to follow instructions with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and social support to the client.
• Assist with cooking simple meals and home maintenance tasks.
• Support participation in community activities and outings.
• Encourage independence while respecting privacy and preferences.
• Ensure safety and build confidence in everyday living.

Skills

Reliability

Timekeeping

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Job description

Independent Lives is seeking a proactive Personal Assistant in Hastings to support a young man with developing independence and community involvement. The role focuses on companionship, life skills, and outings, with four hours of support every fortnight.

The candidate should be reliable, patient, and able to encourage learning at the client’s pace. Applicants must be able to work on a self-employed basis; driving licence is not required.