Home Support Worker

Description

As a Home Support Worker, you will assistpeople in your community to live safely in their homesby supporting them with daily tasks and self-care activities.

You will receive free and paid training in a 3 week in-class program designed to teach you the skills needed to work as a Home Support Worker.

Upon graduation you will be eligible for full-time hours and benefits.

Why you’ll love working here :

Best in class training and development programs

Celebration and Recognition programs

Part time and Full-time opportunities and flexible scheduling options

Comprehensivehealth and dental benefit plans

Company paid mobile device

Mileage compensation

Opportunities for education allowance for employees and family

Employee Assistance Program

Employee perks and exclusive offers

What you’ll do :

travel from patient to patient completing several home visits per day

Prepare meals and assist with meal-time

Basichousekeeping duties

Provide companionship and supportthe well-being of patients

Assist with personal hygiene care including showering and bathing

Support for basic activities of daily living

What you bring :

Compassion and listening skills

Passion for making a difference in your community

Willingness to visit patient’s residences within a designated area

Ability to work every other weekend

Experience working with seniors and / or childrenis an asset

Ability to pass or satisfy a Criminal Background screening upon hire

Previous experience performing personal hygiene care is an asset but not necessary

Valid driver license and access to a vehicle

High school diploma or equivalent

Time Type : Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career withExtendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.