home support worker

Employment and Social Development Canada; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Home Support Worker to provide essential personal care and companionship to clients in their homes. This full-time position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of elderly clients by assisting them with daily activities, administering medications, and ensuring their comfort and well-being. With a supportive work environment and various benefits, this role is perfect for those who are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for others. If you are reliable, patient, and have a passion for helping others, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

On-site housing options

Travel insurance

Variable or compressed work week

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and assisting clients with daily activities.
• Ability to administer medications and provide companionship.

Responsibilities

• Administer personal care and medications to clients.
• Assist clients with bathing, hygiene, and regular exercise.
• Perform light housekeeping and prepare nutritious meals.

Skills

Personal Care

Medication Administration

Companionship

Client Focus

Housekeeping

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Posted on April 03, 2025 by a licensed third-party for Employer details Ramandeep K Dhaliwal

Home Support Worker

Job Details

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience.
• 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 in water (i.e. pool).
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene.
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk.
• Change non-sterile dressings.
• Collect specimens.
• 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.
• Shop for food and household supplies.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.

Experience and Specialization

Target Audience

• Elderly.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Overtime required.
• Physically demanding.
• Repetitive tasks.
• Standing for extended periods.

Weight Handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs).

Personal Suitability

• Punctuality.
• Client focus.
• Dependability.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Patience.
• Honesty.

Financial Benefits

• As per collective agreement.
• Bonus.

Other Benefits

• Free parking available.
• Learning/training paid by employer.
• On-site housing options.
• Travel insurance.
• Variable or compressed work week.

Who Can Apply for This Job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
• Other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit.

Advertised Until

2025-05-03

Important Notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Salary: $23.50 per hour / 30 to 40 hours per week

Terms of Employment: Permanent employment, Full-time

Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year.