home support worker

De Sagun Residence; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to provide personal care and support to clients in a home setting. This role involves assisting with daily activities such as bathing, meal preparation, and companionship, ensuring clients receive the care they need in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and excellent interpersonal skills, making a positive impact on the lives of those they support. If you are passionate about helping others and enjoy a rewarding role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in assisting clients with personal hygiene and daily activities.
• Ability to plan nutritious meals and administer medications.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with bathing, personal hygiene, and regular exercise.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals while providing companionship.

Skills

Client focus

Effective interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Flexibility

Good judgment

Organized

Team player

Initiative

Reliability

Job description

Experience

• Will train

Work setting

• Urban area
• Willing to relocate
• Employer's home

Tasks

• Administer medications
• Assist clients in water (e.g., pool)
• Assist clients with bathing and personal hygiene
• Assist with regular exercise, e.g., walking
• Feed or assist in feeding
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Plan therapeutic diets and menus
• Provide companionship
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Work with kindergarten age children (4-5 years)
• Support persons with an intellectual disability
• Assist school-age children (6-12 years)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Good judgment
• Organized
• Reliable
• Team player

Additional questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?