Home-care worker – Higgins

Higgins; Oakville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals for a rewarding role in personal care. This position involves providing essential support to elderly clients and those with physical disabilities, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Responsibilities include administering medications, assisting with personal hygiene, and preparing nutritious meals. The role offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while working in a supportive environment. If you are dedicated and ready to contribute positively to your community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Optional accommodation available

Support for youths

Support for Indigenous people

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in personal care and assistance.
• Ability to assist elderly and persons with physical disabilities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Personal Care

Medication Administration

Companionship

Housekeeping

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Volunteer Experience · Work Experience · Work & Career

Job details
Location Oakville,ON L6J 2J1
Workplace information On site
Salary $20.00hourly/ 30.00 to 35.00 hours per Week
Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
Starts as soon as possible
vacancies1 vacancy
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 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
· 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
· Shop for food and household supplies
· 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)

Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for youths Support for Indigenous people

Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
· a Canadian citizen
· a permanent resident of Canada
· a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
By email
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