home support worker

Government of Canada; Côte Saint-Luc; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to provide personal care and assistance to clients in need. This role involves administering medications, assisting with daily hygiene, and preparing nutritious meals. Candidates should be dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and special needs. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Join a rewarding team where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of others.

Benefits

Travel Insurance

Piece Work Compensation

Qualifications

• Experience in administering personal care and medication.
• Ability to assist clients with daily activities and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care to clients.
• Assist clients with bathing, feeding, and exercise.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals for clients.

Skills

Personal Care

Companionship

Medication Administration

Housekeeping

Meal Preparation

Education

Secondary School Graduation Certificate

Tools

CPR Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Will train

On site

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

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

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
• Feed or assist in feeding
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Mend clothing and linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Plan therapeutic diets and menus
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Cook

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Persons with a disability
• Persons with an intellectual disability
• School age (6 - 12 years)

Experience with special needs children

• Assistance with mobility

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Patience
• Honesty

Benefits Financial benefits

• Piece work

Other benefits

• Travel insurance