Caregiver / Companion

Nurse Next Door; Gibsons, Sechelt; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that celebrates aging and values its team members. As a caregiver, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of clients while enjoying flexible working hours and a supportive team environment. This role emphasizes personal growth and professional development, allowing you to thrive in your career. You'll assist clients in their daily activities, ensuring they receive compassionate care in a home setting. With competitive compensation and a commitment to Happier Aging, this position is perfect for those who are passionate about caregiving and want to contribute positively to their community.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Benefits package

Growth and career development

24/7 assistance related to client care

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of caregiving experience and be able to work legally in BC.
• Exceptional communication skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities and execute care plans.
• Ensure client safety and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Compassion

Reliability

Education

2 years caregiving experience

Tools

Client Care Software

Job description

Start your career now by applying today. Or if you’d like to learn more about the benefits of working with us, just give us a call. We’d love to hear from you!

YOU LOVE COMING TO WORK. GROW AND DEVELOP WITH US, DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.

At Nurse Next Door, we believe that getting older doesn’t have to feel sad or helpless. Instead, aging should be celebrated. That’s what we call Happier Aging. We bring Happier Aging to everyone: ourselves, our team, our community and the world. Happier Aging starts with you.

Caregiving as a Career

We are redefining the home care industry and are a career destination in North America. We believe in Caregiving as a Career: a career that is respected, valued and offers personal professional growth opportunities.

Caregiving as a Career starts with our People Promise, entered in the belief that you can thrive at work and have fun along the way. This is what we are all about.

We form genuine relationships and support our team members to achieve their wildest dreams through leading with care, our Bold Kindness philosophy.

Are You Looking For:

• Control over your work / life balance
• Flexible working hours (minimum 12 hours – maximum 35 hours) that fit into your schedule
• Longer visits with clients to enable delivery of care (2-3 hours rather than 30-45 minutes)
• A great team environment
• Competitive compensation
• A career that truly helps our community and makes a difference

We Are Looking For Exceptional Team Members Who Are:

• Honest and reliable
• Great communicators and an even better listener
• Competent at making decisions, demonstrates initiative and common sense
• Cool and calm under pressure
• Compassionate and patient
• Able to problem solve

What We Offer:

• Nurse Next Door People Promise, you love coming to work
• Flexibility in hours and scheduling to match your lifestyle needs
• Compensation: $21.00 to $24.00 per hour
• Benefits package (24+ hours worked per week)
• Growth and career development
• 24/7 assistance related to client care

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Passion for delivering Happier Aging and client focused care in home and community settings
• Assisting clients with activities of daily living: meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands, companionship, personal care
• Execute on the client’s care plan as outlined by the Care Designer
• Meet the safety needs of the client and use equipment safely and properly
• Function within the limits of your own experience and knowledge, while practicing safely and competently within the job description
• Reviewing progress notes prior to a visit, completing records and documentation accurately and carrying out all assignments as requested.
• Service the Sunshine Coast area
• Visit times (7am – 8pm) weekdays and weekends

Requirements:

• 2 years previous caregiving experience
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal)
• Current TB Screen and Criminal Record Check
• Must be able to legally work in BC, Canada to apply for this position
• Valid driver’s license

Nurse Next Door is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made throughout the recruitment process and during employment.

Training and Support Network

Hands-on training, mentorship and continued access to online learning help set you up for success. We also provide mentoring to support the development of self-led leaders.

A Culture of Bold Kindness

At Nurse Next Door, we are kind and care about each other. We give 110% to everything we do. We’re not afraid to speak our mind or make mistakes. We believe everyone’s contribution matters.

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