home support worker

Government of Canada; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Kelowna seeks personal care aides to assist the elderly with daily activities including hygiene, meal preparation, and companionship. The role requires onsite work, with no option for remote duties. Candidates should have a good sense of care and be able to work in a non-smoking environment. This position does not require formal education, though experience is considered an asset.

Benefits

Optional accommodation available at no charge

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care is an asset.
• Ability to assist clients with daily activities.
• Willingness to work in a non-smoking environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care.
• Assist clients with bathing and hygiene.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry.

Skills

Personal care assistance

Medication administration

Companionship

Cooking

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

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
• Change non-sterile dressings
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Cook

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Elderly