Personal Support Worker

Home Instead; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive pay with bonus potential

Group health benefits

Paid training and continuing education

Opportunities to learn and grow

RN and LPN guidance

Supportive local office team

Job summary

Home Instead in Courtenay, BC is seeking compassionate Care Professionals for part-time, casual shifts to support older adults at home. You will provide companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, medication reminders, and help with everyday tasks.

Paid training and ongoing support from a local team are provided. Requirements include English fluency, a valid driver's license, CPR/First Aid, and a TB test; caregiving experience is welcome but not required.

Qualifications

• TB skin test required with acceptable results.
• Valid CPR and First Aid certification.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• A valid driver's licence, reliable vehicle, and current automobile insurance.
• Previous caregiving experience is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, and continence support.
• Safe mobility assistance, transfers, repositioning, and fall-prevention support.
• Medication reminders and observation of changes in condition.
• Dementia and Alzheimer's care with patience and person-centred approaches.
• Meal planning and preparation based on dietary needs and preferences.
• Companionship and emotional support.
• Assistance with light housekeeping and maintaining a safe home environment.
• Transportation to appointments and running errands.
• Clear documentation and timely communication with the office team.
• Respect for client dignity, independence, privacy, and choices.

Skills

Compassionate care

Dependable

Communication

Willing to learn

Job description

Part-Time | Casual

Home Instead - Courtenay, BC

Wage: Starting at 20.00 - 23.50 based on training and experience

Bring Your Caregiving Experience To a Role That Matters

Are you a naturally caring person who enjoys helping others? At Home Instead, we are looking for compassionate, dependable individuals who want meaningful work and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in their community.

As a Care Professional, you'll provide companionship, personal care, and practical support to older adults and individuals living with disabilities, chronic health conditions, or other care needs; helping them remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes. You do not need formal caregiving certification to get started, but we are looking for candidates who have some experience caring for others, whether through previous employment, volunteer work, or supporting a family member.

If you bring compassion, reliability, and a willingness to learn, we will provide paid training, ongoing guidance, and the support of a dedicated local team.

Why Join Home Instead?

• Flexible scheduling
• Competitive pay, with Bonus potential
• Group health benefits
• Paid training and continuing education
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• Supportive local office team, with RN and LPN clinical guidance
• Positive and rewarding work environment

How You Will Support Clients

Depending on each client's individual needs and care plan, you may provide:

• Personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and continence support
• Safe mobility assistance, transfers, repositioning, and fall-prevention support
• Medication assistance and observation of changes in a client's condition or routine
• Dementia and Alzheimer's care using patience, reassurance, redirection, and person-centred approaches
• Meal planning and preparation based on individual preferences and dietary needs
• Companionship, emotional support, and meaningful engagement
• Support with household routines, light housekeeping, laundry, and maintaining a safe home environment
• Transportation, grocery shopping, errands, and accompaniment to appointments
• Clear documentation of care provided and timely communication with the office team
• Respectful support that promotes each client's dignity, independence, privacy, and personal choices

What We Are Looking For

• A caring, patient, and compassionate approach
• Dependability and a strong sense of responsibility
• Good communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine interest in helping others
• Willingness to learn and participate in training

Requirements Upon Hiring

Successful Candidates Must Provide

• A completed TB skin test with acceptable results
• Valid CPR and First Aid certification
• Fluency in spoken and written English
• A valid driver's licence, reliable vehicle, and current automobile insurance

Previous caregiving experience whether professional or personal is an asset, but it is not required.

Home care is more than a job. It's an opportunity to help someone feel safe, supported, and connected while building a rewarding career of your own.

If you're ready to bring your compassion to a role where your work truly matters, we would love to meet you.