home-care worker

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Room and board provided
• Rural area
• Work in employer's / client's home
• Relocation costs not covered by employer

Tasks

• Care for pets
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• Personal Support Worker Certificate

Target audience

• Elderly

Technical or specialized editing

• Gardening

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Handling heavy loads
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting
• Walking

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Patience
• Honesty

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you currently a student?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Flexible hours

Employment terms options

• Morning
• On call
• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan