PERSONAL ASSISTANT- WELLAND

If you love life and are a 'people person', this position just might be for you! Seeking a reliable, creative, engaging, and community minded person to provide support to an outgoing, active woman who is living her best life in Welland. The position requires “bridging to the community” – identifying opportunities for greater community participation, role development and fostering increased connection for the person. The Personal Assistant will support the person to explore her interests (of which she has many), in the community which include music, dance, kayaking, horseback riding, shopping, going to movies, and socializing with friends and family. Accompanying the person to appointments and ensuring she remains engaged in living a healthy and active lifestyle are also part of the gig.

Currently looking to engage a Personal Assistant 4-6 hrs two times a week – (ideally Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays) there is some flexibility on the days/hours. Having access to a reliable mode of transportation is preferred.

Description of Role

The role of the Personal Assistant would be to assist the person toward greater independence living in her own home, maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle and accompanying her into the community by providing support to:

• learn the “how to” of living on her own and taking care of her living space (shopping, meals, laundry, cleaning, etc)
• connect and build relationships and valued roles in the community
• increase her proficiency in technology
• strengthen her ability to use public transit
• encourage ‘life tasting’ – trying new experiences
• support and encourage the person to lead a healthy, active life

Qualifications/Requirements

• shared similar interests
• ability to coach, advocate and promote the voice of the person
• energetic, motivated, is fully present and a positive influence
• takes a ‘doing with’, not ‘doing for’ approach to support
• strong communication and problem-solving skills are required
• current and satisfactory criminal records check including a vulnerable sector search.
• valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is preferred.
• openness to learning and working in a collaborative environment
• certification and training in CPR and First Aid are an asset.
• applicant must be 18 years of age or older.

Type: Fixed term contract

• Contract length- 4-6 hrs/week with the potential to renew
• Rate of pay- $18-20 per hour depending on experience.
• Location- Welland

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person