home support worker

Anne Glassman; Westmount; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Personal Support Worker to provide essential care and companionship to clients in their home. This role includes assisting with personal hygiene, meal preparation, and light housekeeping duties, ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have a Secondary school graduation certificate and relevant experience, including working with elderly clients and those with physical disabilities. Join a rewarding field where your contributions significantly impact the lives of others, and enjoy the satisfaction of making a difference every day.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in personal support and care.
• Personal Support Worker Certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care to clients.
• Assist clients with bathing and personal hygiene.

Skills

Personal Care

Companionship

Housekeeping

Meal Preparation

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Job Requirements

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work Setting:

• Employer's home

Tasks:

• Administer bedside and personal care
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Feed or assist in feeding
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses:

• Personal Support Worker Certificate
• Experience with elderly clients
• Experience with persons with physical disabilities

Security and Safety:

• Criminal record check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking