Home Support Worker Education Program

Bayshore HealthCare; Chatham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading homecare company in Ontario is seeking caring individuals for the Home Support Worker role. No prior healthcare experience is required. The position includes paid training, and responsibilities encompass personal care and support for clients. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and be eager to help others. Flexible scheduling options and competitive wages are available.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Health benefits

Vacation pay

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Eager to learn new skills and start working immediately after training.
• Available for minimum 8 weeks of paid training Monday - Friday 8 am-5 pm.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with activities of daily living.
• Help clients with comfortable positioning, lifts, transfers, and light exercising.
• Maintain accurate records of client care activities.

Skills

Positive and friendly approach

Compassionate and patient demeanor

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives? Have you ever wanted to be a key part in someone’s health care journey? Bayshore is looking for enthusiastic and caring people to join our team as we continue our 50+ year tradition of providing high-quality care to our community. We offer you the chance to make a difference and do meaningful work within the settings and schedules that match your needs and interests.

We offer paid education and practical training spanning over a minimum of 8 weeks (about 2 months). The training will be Monday – Friday in our branch office in Cornwall. The first part of your journey as a Bayshore employee will be receiving theoretical education. Following classroom education, you will be placed with a skilled preceptor to complete your practical training. You will learn the fundamentals to become a Home Support Worker. During your education you will have continuous access to a Bayshore Clinical Educator. Upon completion of the employer-specific training, you will start working immediately with Bayshore clients, in the local community.

The Details

No prior healthcare experience required. A friendly Recruiter will reach out to you by telephone to ask you some qualifying questions. No healthcare certificate or prior experience is required but considered an asset. Other experience that prepares you for HSW Training includes housekeeping, hospitality, dietary aide, companionship, foreign trained caregiver, and informal caregiving experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with activities of daily living
• Complete tasks such as skin care, hair care, mouth care, bathing, bowel, and bladder care
• Help clients with comfortable positioning, lifts, transfers, and light exercising like assisted walking
• General household management including light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation
• Lead caring and meaningful conversations and activities focused on client emotional health
• Use Infection Prevention & Control practices and protective equipment to keep you and your client safe

Foster a safe and comfortable environment for clients, promoting their independence and wellbeing. Build a strong rapport and trust with clients and their families through compassionate and attentive care. Maintain accurate records of client care activities and report any changes or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.

Qualifications

• You have a positive and friendly approach to interacting with all types of people.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor with genuine desire to help others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to various situations with ease.
• Are you eager to learn new skills and start working immediately after the training period?
• You are available to attend minimum 8 weeks (about 2 months) paid training Monday - Friday 8 am-5 pm
• You seek regular, guaranteed work hours each week in a full-time or part-time position.
• You have a G or G2 Driver's License and a personal vehicle to drive independently each workday. You are willing to drive in a scheduling area from client to client, each workday.
• You can work 3-4 weekdays, evenings as required and every other Saturday and Sunday
• Must pass a background check

Why Bayshore

Bayshore is a company that values the client and family at the center of care. We offer competitive wages, travel pay, vacation pay, health benefits for you and your family, RRSP option, and strong manager and scheduler support seven days per week. Internal opportunities to grow in your healthcare career and flexible scheduling options are available, along with ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

As Canada’s largest and best homecare company, Bayshore continues its 50+ year tradition of supporting Home Support Workers to make “being the difference” a career. Bayshore is committed to a high-quality and safe environment for both staff and clients. Depending on provincial regulations and the position, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses. Medical exemptions or other exemptions requested under human rights will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Bayshore operates according to accessibility standards.

Primary Location
ON-Chatham-Kent