home-care worker

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Room and board provided
• Willing to relocate
• Employer's home

Tasks

• Administer bedside and personal care
• Assist clients in water (i.e. pool)
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Demonstrate infant care to new parents
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Mend clothing and linens
• Plan therapeutic diets and menus
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Health Care Aide Certificate
• Personal Support Worker Certificate

Target audience

• Adults
• Females

Experience with special needs children

• Assistance with mobility

Security and safety

• Confidential security clearance
• Basic security clearance
• Reference required

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Night shift premium

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site housing options
• Parking available