Personal Care Worker

Llrib; Canada; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

LLRIB Health Services seeks a compassionate Personal Care Worker to provide patient, respectful care in a fast-paced long-term care setting. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor health needs and participate in meal prep under a plan.

The role requires a Continuing Care Aide certificate or equivalent, Grade 12, and eligibility for First Aid/CPR and Safe Food Handling. Cree language ability is an asset and a Class 5 license is preferred, with flexible 12‑hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Continuing Care Aide Certificate required; Minimum grade 12 or equivalent.
• Certified First Aid & CPR and Safe Food Handling Certificate required or willing to obtain.
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively with the Elder Home team, and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License; Cree language ability is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise clients during medical appointments or outings.
• Provide personal care according to the care plan (hygiene, grooming, bathing, dressing).
• Assist with activities of daily living and mealtime support.
• Assess residents’ needs on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain sanitation of the Long-term Care Home.
• Work 12-hour shifts with rotating schedule; overtime may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Continuing Care Aide Certificate

First Aid & CPR Certificate

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Grade 12

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate, caring, patient person, with an upbeat attitudes and strong interpersonal skills. You will need to remain calm during hectic and changing situations. Our Personal Care Workers experience a fast-paced environment where the needs of our clients change throughout the day. This role requires workers to be organized, flexible and adaptable.

About the facility:

Elder Catherine Charles Long-term Care Home is responsible for the provision of quality care to clients by providing personal care and respite assistance to clients based on their assessed needs. This is a 24 - hour, 365 days' facility that provides level 1, 2 and 3 cares to residents admitted into the facility. The main goals are to provide direct care and monitor residents' health conditions.

About the position:

Working 12-hour shifts with a rotating schedule, Personal Care Workers are responsible for client care, guidance, support and supervise individuals while in the care of LLRIBHS; Use a team approach to plan, organize and supervise daily activities; prepare and serve meals as planned; Administer prescribed medications;

Duties:

• Support and supervise elderly individuals on Medical Appointments or outings;
• Proving personal care according to the approved care plan for clients, such a physical exercise, personal hygiene, (grooming), bathing, dressing, changing depends;
• Assisting clients with activities of daily living, assisting clients at mealtime, caring of bed ambulatory patients;
• Assess needs of residents on an on-going basis;
• Maintain sanitation of Long-term Care Home;
• 12- hour shift with rotating schedule (Overtime may be required);
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor;

Qualifications:

• Continuing Care Aide Certificate required; Minimum grade 12 or equivalent;
• Certified First Aide & CPR and Safe Food Handling Certificate required or willing to obtain;
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively with the Elder Home team, and demonstrate strong organizational skills;
• Strong Written and verbal communication;
• Previous home care or childcare experience is an asset;
• Experience working with First Nations Communities is an asset;
• Must Possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License;
• Ability to speak/understand Cree is a definite asset;