home support worker

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated caregivers to assist clients with daily living activities. This role involves providing companionship, personal care, and support in a home setting, ensuring clients receive the utmost care and attention. Ideal candidates will possess relevant certifications and have a passion for helping others, especially those with disabilities. Join a team that values dependability, communication, and a client-focused approach, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve. If you are a reliable and compassionate individual, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a caregiving role.
• Certificates in CPR, First Aid, and Health Care Aide required.

Responsibilities

• Care for pets and assist clients with personal hygiene.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and perform light housekeeping.
• Provide companionship and assist in regular exercise.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Dependability

Punctuality

Team player

Flexibility

Initiative

Judgement

Reliability

Patience

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

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

On site

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

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Work in employer's/client's home
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

• Care for pets
• Assist clients in water (i.e. pool)
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Cook

Credentials

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Health Care Aide Certificate
• Personal Support Worker Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Target audience: Persons with a disability

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

• Other benefits