Personal Caregiver
Location: Parkdale, Toronto
I'm seeking a dependable, compassionate caregiver to join my care team and provide one-on-one support in my home.
I am an independent woman with a high-level spinal cord injury who lives with my two school-aged sons. I'm looking for someone who is professional, reliable, and enjoys building genuine, respectful working relationships. This is not a facility or agency position - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while supporting someone in maintaining an active, independent life.
Responsibilities
- Personal care (dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming)
- Transfers and positioning (training provided) - manual lifting and transferring required
- Meal preparation
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Assisting with errands and appointments
- Occasional assistance with parenting-related tasks
- Supporting an active lifestyle, including community outings when required
Qualifications
- Previous caregiving, PSW, nursing, or equivalent experience not required
- Compassionate, patient, and respectful
- Excellent communication skills
- Reliably able to commute to Parkdale
- Legally entitled to work in Canada - I'm not able to provide LMIA or sponsorship
- CPR/First Aid is considered an asset
- Criminal Record Check (or willingness to obtain one)
Physical Requirements
- Comfortable assisting with transfers and personal care (capable of lifting 40kg)
- Able to safely perform the physical aspects of caregiving with appropriate body mechanics
Hours
Regular part-time and shifts available, including weekday mornings, evenings, and weekends. Additional hours may become available. Morning shifts are usually between 6 AM and 1 PM, afternoon shifts are usually between 4 PM and 11 PM - times may vary depending on school/work commitments.
Compensation
- $20–$25 per hour
- Paid by payroll/cheque
- Training provided
- Supportive and respectful work environment
About You
The ideal candidate is dependable, adaptable, takes initiative, and understands the importance of respecting autonomy and personal choice. I'm looking for someone who sees caregiving as a partnership and is committed to helping me live independently while providing excellent care.
If you're interested, please send your résumé along with a brief introduction describing your caregiving experience and why you'd be a good fit for this role.
Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Please tell me a little bit more about yourself and why you're interested in this position :)
- What is your availability for shifts?
- Are you able to lift 40kg?
- What pronouns do you use?
Language:
- Tagalog, bisaya, bicolano or another dialect? (preferred)
Work Location: In person
