Job Description

I am a 35 year old female looking to hire a part time Independent Living Assistant (aka Personal Care Attendant). I have a disability called Muscular Dystrophy and use a wheelchair so need assistance with all activities of daily living. I require assistance with both overnight and daytime care.

No personal care/medical experience is required

as my care is not highly medical. Looking for someone who is dependable/reliable and willing to learn!

I am very flexible with scheduling and have accommodated workers with other employment or students and scheduling within the availability

.

I'm hiring for part time, about 10-15 hours per week. While I would like to be able to provide full time hours, hiring a few staff on a part time basis just ensures I have coverage if any workers are away, sick, etc

Tasks include assistance with personal care (using the washroom, grooming, dressing/undressing), meal preparation, tidying/light housekeeping, etc. Overnight care includes assistance repositioning in bed throughout the night. Worker may sleep overnight as long as able to hear and wake-up when called to provide assistance.

Looking for someone who:

Is comfortable helping me care for my service dog (a very friendly non-allergenic, standard poodle!). Includes taking for short walks and providing food and water. Ideally has a valid G drivers license who can potentially come with me to appointments (not required, but helpful to have.

Please note this is not a cash job. Standard payroll deductions apply (ex/ CPP, EI, Income Tax) and pay is bi-weekly.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexible schedule On-site parking
Application question(s):

Are you legally entitled to work in Canada? Are you comfortable with dogs and willing to assist with caring for my service dog? (ex/ taking for short walks, putting food/water out, etc) Do you travel by car or transit? Are you comfortable independently lifting approximately 100lbs? (not required but preferred) Are you comfortable and willing to do overnight shifts as described in the posting? Where are you currently located? If in Toronto, please provide you closest major intersection. (This is to confirm the role is not too far for you to travel) As noted in the posting, this is not a cash job. Standard payroll deductions apply (ex/ CPP, EI, Income Tax) and pay is bi-weekly. Are you comfortable with this not being a cash job?
Work Location: In person