Home Helper

VON Canada; Greater Sudbury; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A home care service provider in Greater Sudbury is seeking a part-time Home Helper to provide homemaking services. In this role, you will assist clients with daily tasks including housekeeping, meal preparation, and companionship, promoting their independence and well-being. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience in caregiving. This position requires a high school diploma and current CPR certification. A vehicle is necessary for this role, which involves regular travel to clients' homes.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience working with children, seniors, and persons with disabilities.
• Experience in household management or customer service preferred.
• Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Search may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform light housekeeping duties including cleaning and laundry.
• Prepare meals and conduct environmental risk assessments.
• Provide companionship and medication reminders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good assessment skills

Ability to work independently

Education

High school graduate

Post-Secondary education preferred

CPR and First Aid certification

Personal Support Worker certification

Job description

Requisition Details

Employment Status: Permanent, Part-time (0.2 FTE)

Program Name: Home Help

Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 15

Work Schedule: Days

On-Call: No

Existing Vacancy: Yes - we are currently hiring for this existing position.

Job Summary

The Home Helper provides homemaking services to individuals and families in the home or at the time of discharge from hospital according to the framework of VON policies, procedures, standards and quality & risk management. The Home Helper collaborates with members of the health care team to meet the needs of individuals to attain an optimal level of independence and well-being. A Home Helper may be hired specifically to provide housekeeping and cleaning services at a VON facility within the framework of VON policies, procedures, standards, and quality and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs light housekeeping for clients in their home including dusting, cleaning kitchen/bathroom, vacuuming, mopping floors, laundry, and errand service.
• Prepares meals and completes the environmental risk assessments.
• Provides companionship and conversation to the clients.
• Provides stabilization and assistance with walking.
• Provides medication reminders and appointment reminders.
• Observes and evaluates the individual's/family's home, personal situation and client/family care plan.
• Contributes to the development (with the help of the Coordinator) of the care plan.
• Communicates verbally with appropriate members of the health team regarding the management of the client's/family's homemaking, physical, and emotional needs.
• Adheres to the VON standards for conduct and behavior and upholds VON's Core Values.
• Performs housekeeping tasks reflecting the needs of the facility (program space or office).
• Interior cleaning tasks may include laundering linens, cleaning window coverings and various surfaces throughout the facility.
• Ensures the exterior walkways and outside perimeter remain free of debris and obstructions.
• Collects and transports garbage and recycling to appropriate containers.
• Manages supply stock and informs Supervisor or designate when new supplies need to be ordered.
• Plans and organizes each day’s activities, setting priorities and utilizing time, energy, supplies and equipment effectively.

External and Internal Relationships

• Engages frequently with the Clients, Client’s family members and Home Support Coordinator on any needed changes to client plans and other relevant information.
• Conducts themselves in a professional manner when interacting with clients and/or colleagues.

Education, Designations and Experience

• High school graduate.
• Post-Secondary school education preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification is required.
• Personal Support Worker or Health Care Aide certification an asset.
• 2-3 years’ experience working with children, seniors and persons with disability.
• Household management or professional customer service experience preferred.
• Experience working for a professional cleaning services organization preferred.
• Experience working with people from different social and economic environments preferred.

Skill Requirements

• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good assessment skills.
• Awareness of community resources.
• Ability to take direction, as well as to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Other

• Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• Willingness to travel regularly during the day as well as periodically overnight(s) to support sites and attend meetings.
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required.
• A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.