home-care worker

Government of Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in Toronto is seeking a dedicated personal care worker to assist the elderly and individuals with physical disabilities. Responsibilities include administering medications, providing companionship, and preparing nutritious meals. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in similar roles. This position requires on-site presence with no remote work options.

Benefits

Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience required.
• Criminal record check needed.
• Ability to handle up to 45 kg (100 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.
• Assist clients with physical disabilities.

Skills

Administer bedside and personal care

Administer medications

Light housekeeping

Provide companionship

Cook

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

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
• Administer medications
• 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
• Cook

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Elderly
• Persons with physical disabilities

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Judgement
• Reliability
• Patience
• Honesty