Home Support Worker Trainee

Closing the Gap Healthcare Group; Guelph; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care organization in Guelph is relaunching its Home Support Worker program. This position offers 5 weeks of paid virtual classroom training followed by on-the-job training, focusing on supporting individuals with daily routines. Applicants should have a passion for helping others and a valid driver's license. The program presents a pathway to a healthcare career with potential job prospects and comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay and comprehensive health and dental benefits

RRSP matching program

Caring culture focused on recognition and excellence

Qualifications

• A genuine desire to work in healthcare.
• A passion for helping others.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• A clear Vulnerable Sector Screening check.
• Full-time availability for the entire 10-week training period.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily routines like bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Receive training in household management and safe mobility practices.
• Build confidence in basic health assessments and reporting.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to connect with individuals

Communication skills

Job description

ClosingtheGapHealthcare(CTG)isdedicatedtoprovidingCanadianswiththehighestlevelofcareacrossawiderangeofhome-based and community-setting services. As a leader in the home- andcommunitycareindustry,CTGispioneeringa one-of-a-kind paid healthcare educationprogram.

We are excited to be relaunching our veryownHomeSupportWorkerprogramforthe4th year in a row.Thisprogramisagreatentrypointintothehealthcarefield,offering paidvirtual classroomtraining , hands-onexperience , and potential employment opportunities upon completion.

Location

This position is based in Guelphand will include travel within the area.

What is this program all about?

You will:

• Learnthevalueandimpactofhomecare in the community
• Supportindividualswithdailyroutineslikebathing,dressing,eating,and personal hygiene and peri-care.
• Receivetraininginhouseholdmanagement,andsafemobility practices
• Buildconfidenceinbasichealthassessments and reporting
• Becomeatrustedmemberofamulti-disciplinarycare team

Is this program for you?

• Areyou interested in a healthcare career but unsure where to start?
• Are passionate to help others
• Communicateclearlyandlistenwell
• Comfortable navigating mobile devices and digital tools with ease.
• Likebeingontheroadandworkingindependently
• Thriveinaflexibleanddynamicenvironment
• Areyoulookingforajobthatbrings purpose and connection ?

…then this program could be a perfect fit!

What’s in it for you?

• 5 weeks of paid virtual classroom training
• hours of paid on-the-job training
• Pathway to a healthcare career with potential job prospects at CTG and beyond
• Competitivepayand comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP matchingprogram
• A caring culture focused on recognition,excellence,andcompassion

What qualifications are needed to be successful?

• A genuine desire to work in healthcare
• A passion for helping others
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• A clear Vulnerable Sector Screening check
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to connect with a variety of individuals
• Full-time availability for the entire 10- week training period

This program is in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development Skills Fund, Government of Canada, and the Government of Ontario.

Who are we?

Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) isproudtobeaCanadian-owned,award-winning, fully accredited, andgovernment(MinistryofHealth)fundedorganization.

Wearededicatedtoprovidingpeopleofallagesthehighestlevelofcareacrossawide range of home-based and clinichealthcareservices.Everythingwedoisbased on ethical principles andcompassion,togetherwithour commitment to meet the highest practice standards. We are, in every way, A Team Made for Caring™.

The Not so Fine Print

We are excited you are considering applying to become a valued member of our “Team Made for Caring”.

This position is open to individuals who are eligible to work in Canada, and who meet all the essential requirements stated above. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under the CTG Accessibility policy.

Closing the Gap is committed to a high- quality and safe environment for our team members and clients / families. At Closing the Gap, we strongly encourage all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza as unvaccinated team members put themselves, co- workers, their clients, their client’s families, and CTG’s communities at unnecessary risk.

Closing the Gap is committed to the success of all its team members. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at at your earliest convenience.

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