family caregiver

Sidhu Family; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals in need. This role involves assisting clients with personal care, medication administration, and daily activities while fostering a welcoming environment for diverse communities. You'll play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for clients, ensuring their comfort and well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference and have a heart for service, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and support for individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to prepare nutritious meals and assist with daily living activities.

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 Assistance

Medication Administration

Meal Preparation

Companionship

Housekeeping

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Job Requirements

Minimum Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tasks

1. Administer bedside and personal care
2. Administer medications
3. Assist clients in water (e.g., pool)
4. Assist clients with bathing and personal hygiene
5. Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walking
6. Feed or assist in feeding
7. Launder clothing and household linens
8. Mend clothing and linens
9. Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
10. Plan therapeutic diets and menus
11. Provide companionship
12. Prepare and serve nutritious meals
13. Cook

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

Support for Persons with Disabilities

• Participate in government or community programs supporting persons with disabilities
• Offer mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities for persons with disabilities
• Provide awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
• Apply accessible and inclusive recruitment policies

Support for Newcomers and Refugees

• Participate in programs supporting newcomers and refugees
• Assist with immediate settlement needs (housing, transportation, etc.)
• Support social and labor market integration (access to resources, language and skills training)
• Recruit displaced newcomers and refugees (e.g., Ukraine, Afghanistan)
• Support foreign credential recognition
• Offer mentorship programs pairing newcomers with experienced employees
• Provide diversity and cross-cultural training

Support for Youths

• Participate in youth employment programs
• Offer on-the-job training for youth
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities
• Create a welcoming environment for youth

Support for Indigenous Peoples

• Participate in programs supporting Indigenous workers
• Offer mentorship and networking opportunities
• Develop relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations
• Provide cultural competency training
• Facilitate access to Elders for support and guidance

Support for Visible Minorities

• Participate in programs supporting visible minorities
• Implement non-discriminatory hiring policies
• Offer mentorship programs
• Provide diversity and cross-cultural training