client support worker (csw)

Government of Canada; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Alberta is seeking a personal caregiver to provide assistance to clients, including administering medications, maintaining hygiene, and offering companionship. This role requires physical stamina, secondary school education, and essential interpersonal skills. The position involves working on-site with no remote options, and may involve moving clients and related tasks. Benefits include health and financial support, making it an appealing opportunity for motivated individuals.

Benefits

Health benefits including dental plan

Night shift premium

Relocation costs covered by employer

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care is an asset.
• Ability to assist elderly individuals with daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.
• Provide companionship and personal care.

Skills

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Punctuality

Flexibility

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

Tasks:

• Administer bedside and personal care
• Administer medications
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Feed or assist in feeding
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Mend clothing and linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Experience and specialization

Target audience:

• Elderly
• Females
• Males
• Young adults

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Patience
• Honesty

Benefits

Health benefits:

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits

Financial benefits

• Night shift premium