Caregiver (ASL Required)

Location: Markham, Ontario. Canada

Are you a mature, energetic PSW or DSW that holds a firm belief that people with disabilities are an integral part of our community? And are you looking for a self-employed Part Time opportunity where you can work variable shifts, including both weekdays & weekends, as well as overnight shifts (time to time)? A mature woman living in York Region is looking for a Part Time Caregiver to walk alongside her and support her in developing relationships and connections in her community. As a Caregiver, you will be providing personal care and support to an individual who needs assistance with activities of daily living in a 1:1 role, transporting to activities and events in the local community. If you’re a PSW or DSW with multi-year experience supporting complex developmentally disabled client living in the community who has knowledge and experience communicating via American Sign Language (ASL), then this role is for you! Responsibilities: • Responsible for all aspects of daily living in a 1:1 caregiving role - including personal hygiene, menu planning & food portioning, intellectual stimulation. • Drives client to community-based events on a regularized schedule within York Region and the Toronto area. • Responsible for supporting and developing relationships and connections for the client in the community. • Responsible for introducing new activities, but ensuring the client feels comfortable in public situations and able to encourage new activities and meeting new people quietly and gently. Qualifications • PSW or DSW with multi-year experience supporting complex developmentally disabled clients living in the community (vs. group home) • American Sign Language (ASL) communication is required (partial fluency will be considered, willingness to take ASL classes to improve skills where required) • A valid driver’s license (verifiable drivers abstract) and a current vehicle insurance policy. • Current satisfactory Police Vulnerable Persons check. • Current First Aid and CPR • Compassion, patience and understanding. • Empathetic and able to feel and understand the clients’ needs as well as compartmentalize their own needs. • Reliable • Strong ethics • Physical strength and stamina • Commitment to health and safety • Knowledge of different dietary requirements • Strong communication and social skills • Understanding of anxiety disorders, fearless • Must have a firm belief that people with disabilities are an integral part of the community. • Good problem-solving skills to help client navigate daily challenges. • Flexibility in their approach to getting a job done and the ability to “weather the storm” is an asset. • Able to drive & support activities within Toronto & York Region • Willing to work variable part- time shifts, both weekday & weekend, as well as overnight shifts (time to time) • Ability to work and bill as a self-employed contractor.

The hours include days, weekend days, and overnights. The shifts are: 9:00AM. -5:00PM, OR 9:00PM - 9:00AM. OR 5:00PM to 9:00PM, with flexibility to cover other times as needed. (Please do not respond to this ad unless you are available for the times listed. Thank you.)

This is a self-employed contractor position. A highly competitive contract hourly rate will be determined based on education and experience. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send a copy of your current resume to: Mary Jo Radford Owner, Out of the Box HR info@outoftheboxhr.ca