PSW/Independent Living Assistant-Part-time

The Friends is recruiting Independent Living Assistants in the Muskoka area for travel to Bracebridge, Port Sydney and Huntsville in our Respite and Outreach programs. If you are looking for meaningful work to make a difference in the lives of others, we provide comprehensive training, support and an inclusive team environment.

Independent Living Assistants provide service to individuals with physical disabilities and/or seniors by supporting them in their home with personal care, activities of daily living and encouraging/facilitating client ability to gain/maintain independence.

Some of the things we are looking for in the successful candidate are:

* PSW or equivalent

* the ability to work both with direction and independently

* strong verbal and written communication skills

* sound judgement and discretion in confidential matters

* experience and willingness to work as a team member

* excellent physical strength and stamina

* must have reliable vehicle & valid drivers license, travel is required

*willing to drive in the Bracebridge, Huntsville and surrounding areas.

Quality of life is our purpose! The Friends take great pride in the positive and enthusiastic team approach to the delivery of services by our well seasoned staff team guided by the core values of the agency:

Dignity - Teamwork - Innovation - Empowerment

*There is a $3/hour wage enhancement that is included in the wage range listed
above.

*Travel time and mileage paid between all client visits

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $22.00-$24.91 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Experience:

• supportive care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Huntsville, ON (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-03-11