personal support worker

Nafees Care; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare support organization in Toronto is seeking a Personal Support Worker to assist elderly and persons with disabilities. The role involves administering medications, providing personal care, and preparing meals. Candidates should hold a Personal Support Worker Certificate and have some experience in a similar role. This position may require physical effort and offers on-site housing options.

Benefits

On-site housing options

On-site recreation and activities

Parking available

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a supportive role with elderly or disabled individuals.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Must possess a valid Personal Support Worker Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.

Skills

Administer medications

Assist clients with personal hygiene

Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Provide companionship

Excellent oral communication

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• Health services / allied health / health sciences, general
• or equivalent experience

Tasks

• Administer medications
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Prepare medications for clients

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Personal Support Worker Certificate

Target audience

• Elderly
• Persons with a disability
• Persons with physical disabilities

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Reference required

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Between 45 and 60 kg lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Patience
• Honesty

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Other benefits

• On-site housing options
• On-site recreation and activities
• Parking available
• Durée de l'emploi : Temporaire
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 44 hours per week