home support worker

Anne Glassman; Westmount; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent figure in the community seeks a dedicated Personal Support Worker to provide compassionate care in a residential setting. The role involves assisting with daily personal care, meal preparation, and companionship for a range of clients, including the elderly and those with disabilities. Ideal candidates will possess the required certification and have a genuine passion for helping others.

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary school is mandatory.
• Certification as a Personal Support Worker is required.
• Experience with elderly and disabled individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care.
• Assist clients with bathing and hygiene.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.

Skills

Compassion

Personal hygiene assistance

Meal preparation

Light housekeeping

Companionship

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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
• Elderly
• Persons with physical disabilities

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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