home support worker

Lin's Family; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional personal care in a home setting. This role involves administering personal care, assisting with medications, and providing companionship to clients. You'll play a vital role in enhancing their quality of life by preparing nutritious meals and aiding in daily activities. Ideal candidates will have a strong focus on client needs, flexibility, and the ability to work under pressure. This opportunity is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and companionship is essential.
• CPR and First Aid certificates are required.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care to clients.
• Assist clients with regular exercise and daily activities.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for clients.

Skills

Personal Care

Medication Administration

Cooking

Housekeeping

Companionship

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Work in employer's / client's home

Tasks

• Administer bedside and personal care
• Administer medications
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Mend clothing and linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Cook

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Elderly

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Physically demanding
• Work under pressure
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability

Experience

• Experience an asset

Other benefits

• Free parking available

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