attendant for persons with disabilities - home care

Marilyn Germaine; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to provide compassionate personal care and support to clients in their homes. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, administering medications, and ensuring the well-being of clients, including pet care. Ideal candidates will possess a college diploma and have experience in personal care settings. Join a rewarding environment where you can make a significant impact on the lives of others while enjoying the flexibility of shift work and travel opportunities. If you are passionate about helping others and have the required certifications, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Vehicle supplied by employer

Relocation costs covered

Travel expenses paid by employer

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in personal care and companionship.
• Certification in caregiving or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and companionship to clients.
• Assist with daily activities, including bathing and meal preparation.
• Administer medications and manage household tasks.

Skills

Personal Care

Companionship

Medication Administration

Pet Care

Housekeeping

Meal Preparation

Education

College or CEGEP certificate or diploma

Job description

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting:

• Urban area
• Work in employer's / client's home
• Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks:

• Care for pets
• Administer bedside and personal care
• Administer medications
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Collect specimens
• Feed or assist in feeding
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Plan therapeutic diets and menus
• Provide companionship
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

• Adults
• Females
• Persons with a disability

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check
• Reference required
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation / travel information:

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel overnight
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking
• Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability:

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability

Are you available for shift or on-call work?

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?

Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?