Personal Support Worker

CareQuilt; Fenelon Falls; On-site; CAD 8,700 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Quilt, Inc. in Fenelon Falls is seeking a compassionate Personal Support Worker to assist an 86-year-old man with mobility challenges at home. You will help with personal care tasks such as bathing and grooming, and support safe use of a walker or wheelchair.

The role requires patience, reliability and strong communication with family members. Shift pattern includes Tue/Fri mornings 10:00–12:00 (with possible extension), and Thu 10:00–12:00, for a 3-month commitment with rolling continuation.

Qualifications

• Experience with mobility assistance using walkers or wheelchairs.
• Personal care experience including bathing and grooming.
• PSW certification and English-speaking ability required.
• Reliable, patient and communicative with family members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing twice weekly using a shower chair and manage water controls.
• Provide grooming support: shaving, hair care and applying skin cream.
• Support safe transfers and mobility with walker or wheelchair.
• Communicate effectively with client and family, and be patient adapting to care needs.

Skills

Mobility assistance

Personal care

Bathing

Grooming

Communication

English speaking

Reliability

Patience

Education

PSW certification

Job description

Personal Support Worker - Fenelon Falls, ON - CAD$216.00/week

About the Client:

We're seeking a compassionate caregiver to support an 86-year-old gentleman in Fenelon Falls who is experiencing mobility challenges and balance issues. He uses a walker or wheelchair and has recently had a catheter placed, which may become permanent. While he maintains a good level of independence, he needs assistance with personal care tasks, particularly bathing and grooming. His 87-year-old wife provides primary support, but additional help is needed to ensure his safety and comfort. The family is making home modifications to improve bathroom accessibility, including installing sliding glass doors to make the shower more manageable.

Responsibilities:

The caregiver will assist with bathing twice weekly, helping the client sit safely on a shower chair and managing water controls. Additional grooming support includes shaving, hair care, and applying moisturizing cream to legs and feet, as the client has difficulty reaching. The caregiver should be prepared to work patiently with someone who is adjusting to accepting help after a lifetime of independence. Light assistance with other personal care needs may be required as they arise during visits.

What We're Looking For:

We need someone who makes the client feel comfortable and respects his independence while providing necessary support. The ideal caregiver is calm, patient, and brings positive energy to each visit. Reliability and consistency are essential, as is the ability to take initiative when needed. Strong communication skills with both the client and family members are important. Experience with mobility assistance, including walkers and wheelchairs, is required. Personal care experience, particularly with bathing and grooming support for seniors, is essential. English-speaking caregivers only.

Schedule:

Tuesday and Friday mornings, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2-hour visits). There is flexibility to extend visits to 3 hours if needed to accommodate the client's pace and any additional tasks. The position requires a 3-month commitment with the schedule continuing on a rolling basis thereafter. Start date is flexible and can be arranged based on caregiver availability.

Pay & Hours

CAD$27.00/hr

CAD$27.00/hr Hourly rate

CAD$216.00/week

CAD$216.00/week Per week

Required Days

Tuesday 10:00am-12:00pm

Thursday 10:00am-12:00pm

Friday 10:00am-12:00pm

Immediately

Requirements

License/Certification

Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Considerations

Physical lifting may be required

Comfortable with stairs

Additional Considerations

Client requires assistance with bathing, grooming, shaving, and applying skin cream to legs and feet. He has limited flexibility and balance issues. He uses a walker or wheelchair and recently had a catheter placed that may become permanent. The bathroom has been modified with sliding glass doors to improve accessibility. Client sits during showers due to mobility limitations.