personal support worker - home support

Government of Canada; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the public sector is seeking compassionate individuals to provide essential personal care and support to elderly clients. This role involves administering bedside care, assisting with daily hygiene and meal preparation, and ensuring a comfortable living environment. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a dependable nature. Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing the quality of life for seniors in the community. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Transportation provided by employer

Optional accommodation available

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and companionship for elderly clients.
• Ability to assist with hygiene, meal preparation, and light housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care to clients.
• Assist clients with bathing, hygiene, and regular exercise.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and provide companionship.

Skills

Personal Care

Companionship

Housekeeping

Meal Preparation

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

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

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
• Work in employer's/client's home

Responsibilities Tasks

• Administer bedside and personal care
• 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
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Elderly

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Patience
• Honesty

Benefits Other benefits

• Transportation provided by employer