Home-care worker

Home-care worker

Employer: Private Family – Cheng & Feng
Location: Newmarket, ON L3X 2W6
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time (32–40 hours per week)
Start Date: September 1, 2026
End Date: December 31, 2027 (with the possibility of extension for an additional year)
Working Hours: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Thursday; occasional work on Fridays and/or weekends may be required
Compensation: $21.00 per hour

About the role

We’re seeking a skilled Home-care workerto provide safe, respectful, and person-centred care to a Chinese-speaking elderly male in a non-smoking, scent-free home environment.

What you’ll do

• Provide day-to-day support to our elderly father, helping him with daily routines as needed.
• Assist with walking and mobility, as he has difficulty with balance due to a leg condition; help prevent falls and ensure safety at home.
• Support simple exercises or stretching as recommended, and encourage him to stay active.
• Prepare and serve home-style meals based on his preferences and dietary needs.
• Remind him to take medications on time as instructed by family or healthcare providers.
• Observe and report any changes in his condition, mood, or appetite to the family.
• Provide companionship, including chatting, spending time together, and keeping him engaged in daily activities.
• Accompany him to medical appointments or short outings when needed.
• Help with light household tasks related to his care, such as cooking, laundry, and keeping his living area clean and safe.
• Maintain a calm, clean, and comfortable home environment to support his well-being.

What you bring

• Experience: At least 1 year of senior care in home or community care.
• Education: No formal degree/diploma required.
• Credentials (required):
  • Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate
  • CPR and First Aid Certificates
• Language:
  • English.
  • Mandarin (the senior only speaks Mandarin). If you don’t speak Mandarin but have a practical communication plan, you’re still encouraged to apply.
• Personal suitability: Punctual, reliable, organized, excellent oral communication, honesty

Work environment

• On-site only (no remote option)
• Non-smoking, scent-free home

How to apply

• Via Job Bank: Job ID 3527267: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/jobsearch/jobposting/49092844?source=searchresults
• Email your resume to bianka.wycheng@gmail.com (Kindly indicate your current status in Canada in your application.)

Please be prepared to provide:

• Copies of PSW, CPR, and First Aid certificates
• Proof of related work experience (e.g., reference letters)
• Criminal record check may be requested