Companion

Spectrum Health Care Inc; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Canada is seeking Casual Companions in Ottawa to provide companionship and assist medically stable patients with household tasks. Ideal candidates exhibit a compassionate nature, possess strong interpersonal skills, and must have an updated immunization record. Compensation is $17.00 per hour, with responsibilities including light housekeeping and travel between clients' homes.

Qualifications

• Updated Immunization record is required.
• TB Test (within 12 months) as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and basic household tasks for medically stable patients.
• Perform meal preparation and light housekeeping duties.
• Provide respite for primary caregivers.
• Maintain awareness of patient’s abilities and needs.
• Travel within assigned region for patient visits.

Skills

Compassionate

Interpersonal skills

Ability to speak other languages

Job description

We are currently hiring Casual Companions in Ottawa at $17.00 / hour .

At Spectrum Health Care, our mission is re-imagining home care for clients and families to provide products and services they need, whenever care is required, delivered by the most qualified and compassionate staff.

Our people are the cornerstone of our business. By joining Spectrum Health Care, you will be part of one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a committed member of a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals.

Job Description

• Provide companionship and basic household tasks for medically stable patients under the direction of a Home Support Supervisor.
• Perform basic meal preparation and light housekeeping duties such as washing dishes, taking out the garbage, doing client’s laundry. Sweeping and vacuuming within the client’s immediate living area may be required.
• Provide respite for medically stable patients while the primary caregiver is out of the home.
• Maintain awareness of patient’s abilities, current diagnosis made by medical professionals, diet, personal interests, and special needs.
• Requires travel within assigned region between patients’ residences or facilities.

Qualifications

Compassionate individual with a passion for helping others.

Ability to interact with others in a caring, courteous, and tactful manner.

Ability to speak other languages is considered an asset.

Updated Immunization record.

TB Test (within 12 months) as a condition of employment.

Additional Information

Spectrum Health Care is proud to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies . This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.

If you require accommodation due to disability during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at ([emailprotected]) for assistance.

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