Personal Assistant for Als Patient

2 months ago


Aylmer, Canada Hayhoe Family Full time

**About the Role**

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Personal Assistant to provide in-home care for a patient diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) in the Aylmer area. This role involves a mix of personal care and light household tasks to support the patient’s daily needs and enhance their quality of life.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Personal Care: Assist the patient with daily personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
- Mobility Assistance: Help the patient move safely within their home, including transfers from bed to wheelchair, and assist with positioning in bed.
- Medication Management: Administer prescribed medications and maintain accurate records of medication schedules.
- Nutrition Support: Prepare meals according to dietary requirements, assist with feeding if necessary, and ensure the patient is well-nourished and hydrated.
- Light Household Tasks: Perform light housekeeping duties such as cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a tidy living environment.
- Companionship: Provide emotional support and companionship, fostering a positive and empathetic environment for the patient.
- Communication Assistance: Aid the patient in communication, including the use of communication devices if required.
- Record Keeping: Keep detailed records of care provided, noting any changes in the patient’s condition and reporting concerns to the appropriate parties.

**Qualifications**
- Certification: Certification as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) or similar is preferred but not mandatory.
- Experience: Previous experience in caring for patients with ALS or other neurodegenerative diseases is highly desirable.
- Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to perform physical tasks, and basic proficiency in using medical equipment related to ALS care.
- Compassion: A compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
- Reliability: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow care plans and medical instructions accurately.

**Working Conditions**
- The role may require lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
- The Personal Assistant may need to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on the patient’s needs.
- Exposure to various medical conditions and environments, requiring adherence to infection control protocols.
- First Aid/CPR Certification: Current certification in First Aid and CPR is preferred.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person


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