Care Giver Cochrane/Calgary

Home Instead - Calgary, AB; Town of Cochrane; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in caregiving is looking for compassionate Care Givers in Cochrane, Alberta. Candidates must have a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to provide various levels of support to seniors. This role offers flexible scheduling, one-on-one care, and numerous opportunities for personal growth and development.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

One on One care with clients

Person-centered training

Career path opportunities

24/7 call support

Qualifications

• Great written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Available to work the same shifts each week.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly clients.
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication.
• Assist with planning and preparing meals.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Supportive attitude

Education

Minimum 1 year experience in healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care

Job description

Home Instead is hiring Care Givers in Cochrane area!

We are looking for compassionate caregivers to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to provide many levels of support to our clients. To us, the right candidate has a true desire to support seniors in our community.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• One on One care with Clients
• Rewarding Career working with aging adults
• Person-centered training
• Career path opportunities
• Rewarding experience
• 24/7 call support

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly clients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
• Remindclients to take prescribed medication
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Assist with personal care and hygiene
• Plan and prepare meals
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Perform housekeeping duties
• Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting clients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to perform all essential job functions
• Great written and verbal communication skills, in English
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Available to work the same shifts each week
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Supportive and compassionate
• Take pride in providing high quality care
• Clear criminal background check

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.