Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year or more home support worker experience for elderly.
Work site environment
Non-smoking
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
CPR Certificate, First Aid Certificate, Health Care Aide Certificate, Personal Support Worker Certificate
Weight handling
Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)
Work setting
Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment, Room and board provided, Urban area
Target audience
Adults, Females, Males, Young adults
Personal suitability
Punctuality, Client focus, Dependability, Efficient interpersonal skills, Excellent oral communication, Flexibility, Initiative, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player
Tasks
Administer bedside and personal care, Administer medications, Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene, Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk, Assume full responsibility for household (in absence of householder), Change non-sterile dressings, Collect specimens, Feed or assist in feeding, Launder clothing and household linens, Mend clothing and linens, Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties, Provide companionship, Provide personal care, Prepare and serve nutritious meals
Security and safety
Criminal record check, Immunization records, Medical exam, Reference required, Vulnerable sector check
Transportation/travel information
Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Bending, crouching, kneeling, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Fast-paced environment, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Repetitive tasks, Standing for extended periods, Work under pressure