Caregiver – Montreal, QC

A family in Montreal, QC H2X 2J9 is seeking a compassionate, skilled private caregiver/companion to provide support, companionship, and engagement for an older gentleman living in an assisted living facility. The family desires a caregiver that will provide companionship, encourage engagement, ensure safety, and support overall well-being. This position is a great opportunity for a nursing student.

• Start Date: ASAP (pending a successful interview)
• Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM or 9:30 AM start (1.5 hours per shift)
• Actual shift length is negotiable

• Located at CHSLD Centre-Ville De Montréal - Manoir L'Age-D'Or
• Smoke-free environment
• Pet-free environment

• →Provide meaningful companionship, conversation, and cognitive stimulation
• →Mobility support: prioritize walking with a walker and assist with pushing a wheelchair when needed
• →Accompany on walks and light outdoor/yard activities
• →Health encouragement: gently promote healthy eating habits (e.g., protein/eggs) and adequate hydration
• →Provide gentle reminders (e.g., medication)
• →Patiently engage and encourage participation, building a trusting relationship over time

• Fluency in both Mandarin and French is essential (facility staff is French-speaking)
• Proven experience working with older adults (great for nursing students)
• Patient, caring demeanor with experience engaging individuals who may be reluctant or resistant to care
• Physical ability to assist with walker mobility and push a wheelchair
• First Aid and CPR certifications required