Home Support Worker

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: Will train

Work Site Environment: Non-smoking

Weight Handling: Between 61 and 80 kg (133-176 lbs)Work SettingOptional 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.

Target Audience: Adults, Females

Transportation/Travel Information: Travel expenses paid by employer, Willing to travel

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

Physically demanding, Sitting, Repetitive tasks, Standing for extended periods, Walking, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Work Location Information: Work in employer's/client's home

Personal Suitability:

Punctuality, Flexibility, Initiative, Organized, Judgement, Reliability, Team player, Client focus, Excellent oral communication

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?

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, Assume full responsibility for household (in absence of householder), Change non-sterile dressings, Collect specimens, Launder clothing and household linens, Mend clothing and linens, Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties, Plan therapeutic diets and menus, Provide companionship, Provide personal care, Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Security and Safety: Criminal record check

 Free Parking available, Transportation provided by employer, Learning/training paid by employer

Financial benefits: Gratuities