home support worker

MLC HEALTH CARE INC; Canada; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Canada is seeking candidates to deliver personal care and support for individuals with disabilities and elderly clients. The role includes administering medications, providing companionship, and assisting with daily activities. Required qualifications include a college diploma and relevant certificates. Ideal for those passionate about helping others and enhancing their quality of life. Competitive hours and a permanent position offered.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience or equivalent experience.
• CPR Certificate required.
• First Aid Certificate required.
• Personal Support Worker Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care.
• Administer medications.
• Assist clients with bathing and hygiene.
• Assist in regular exercise.
• Provide companionship.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Job description

Qualifications

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years or equivalent experience

Work site environment

Non-smoking

Work setting

Work in employer's / client's home

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
• 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
• Cook

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Personal Support Worker Certificate

Target audience

• Persons with Alzheimer's disease
• Adults
• Elderly
• Persons with a disability
• Persons with an intellectual disability
• Persons with mental health disabilities
• Persons with physical disabilities

Work Term: Permanent

Work Language: English

Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week