home support worker

Dennis Gonzales; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A caregiving provider is seeking a compassionate caregiver in Toronto, Canada, to assist clients with personal care, medication administration, and household tasks. This role requires a secondary school graduation certificate and offers flexible hours. Candidates should possess CPR and First Aid certifications, and a flexible work schedule with a commitment of 30 hours per week is expected. Ideal for individuals who enjoy helping others and can manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7 months to less than 1 year of experience in a caregiver role.
• Valid CPR and First Aid certificates are required.
• Must be authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care to clients.
• Assist clients with bathing and aspects of personal hygiene.
• Launder clothing and perform light housekeeping.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.

Skills

Personal care administration

Medication administration

Cooking

Housekeeping

Companionship

Client assistance with hygiene

Shopping for supplies

First Aid and CPR

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Qualifications

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Urban area
• Work in employer's/client's home

Responsibilities

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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Target audience

• Adults
• Females
• Males
• Young adults

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Reference required

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Employment terms options

• Flexible hours
• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 hours per week