home support worker

Martin Gerber; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to provide personal care and companionship in a home setting. This role involves administering medications, assisting with daily hygiene, and preparing meals while ensuring a comfortable and safe environment for clients. Ideal candidates will have a secondary education and relevant certifications like CPR and First Aid. Join a supportive team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need, where your contributions make a significant impact every day.

Benefits

Optional live-in accommodation

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and assistance.
• Knowledge of CPR and First Aid is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and assist clients with personal hygiene.
• Prepare nutritious meals and provide companionship.

Skills

Medication Administration

Personal Hygiene Assistance

Companionship Provision

Meal Preparation

Light Housekeeping

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

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

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
• Employer's home

Tasks

• Administer medications
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Feed or assist in feeding
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Females
• Persons with a disability
• Persons with mental health disabilities
• Persons with physical disabilities

Security and safety

• Reference required

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking