Lovely senior couple living in their own home is looking for two (2) full time, experienced, caring, reliable and compassionate Home Support Workers to assist with the care of the spouse with a chronic medical condition. Must be willing to work shifts that include days, evenings, nights, weekdays and weekends.
Overview
Languages
English
Education
College/CEGEP
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Non-smoking
Work setting
Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
Work in employer’s/client’s home
Responsibilities
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
Feed or assist in feeding
Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
Provide companionship
Provide personal care
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
First Aid Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
Elderly
Males
Persons with physical disabilities
Additional information
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Physically demanding
Sitting
Walking
Weight handling
Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)
Personal suitability
Punctuality
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
a Canadian citizen
a permanent resident of Canada
a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
Direct Apply
By Direct Apply
By email [email protected]
How-to-apply instructions
Here is what you must include in your application:
Cover letter
Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed
This job posting includes screening questions. Please answer the following questions when applying:
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?