Job Description

Live-In PSW (Stroke Care) -- Woodbridge

Are you a

Certified Personal Support Worker (PSW)

who takes pride in safe, compassionate, and dignity-centered care? We're seeking an experienced

Live-In Caregiver

for a senior stroke client in

Woodbridge

. The role focuses on

light cooking

,

light cleaning, light laundry,

feeding assistance

,

mobility support

,

personal care

, and

daily living

, all within a calm, respectful home environment.

Key Responsibilities

Feeding & Nutrition

Provide

hands-on feeding assistance

with patient-preferred pacing and cueing. Follow

swallowing precautions

(dysphagia strategies, texture-modified diets, thickened fluids as ordered). Maintain

upright positioning

before/during/after meals to reduce aspiration risk; monitor for coughing, pocketing, or fatigue. Record intake and report changes in appetite, hydration, or swallowing ability.

Personal & Clinical Support

Assist with

bathing, grooming, toileting

, incontinence care, and

oral hygiene

(critical for aspiration prevention).

Safe transfers

and mobility using gait belt, walker, wheelchair, or lift as appropriate; maintain

fall-prevention

measures, monitoring of skin integrity

Repositioning

on schedule to protect skin; observe for redness, pressure spots, and report promptly. Support

range-of-motion exercises

and positioning per care plan/therapy guidance.

Monitor and document

vitals/observations; provide

medication reminders

(no med administration unless within policy). Respond to changes using

stroke-aware observation

(e.g., FAST signs, new weakness, confusion, speech or vision changes) and follow escalation protocols.

Cognitive, Communication & Emotional Support

Use

stroke-informed communication

(short phrases, yes/no prompts, visual cues, time to respond). Offer

companionship, socialization, and stimulation

(conversation, music, light activities). Practice

respect, patience, and privacy

at all times.

Home Management

Light meal prep

aligned with diet orders and preferences.

Light housekeeping & laundry

to keep the environment safe and comfortable. Keep documentation up to date and

communicate effectively

with family and the care team.
Qualifications

Certified PSW (Ontario)

NACC Final Theory Exam

completed

Valid CPR & First Aid

Vulnerable Sector Police Check

(within the last 6-12 months)

Immunization record/COVID-19 vaccination

Experience with stroke care & feeding assistance

(dysphagia) Confident with

safe transfers

, mobility devices, skin care, and fall prevention

Reliable to live-in

(private room provided); professional, calm, and compassionate demeanor
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Work Location: In person