Punjabi Speaking Home Support Worker

Just Like Family Home Care; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local home care provider is seeking a compassionate caregiver fluent in Punjabi to assist a bed-bound client with dementia in Abbotsford. The role involves personal care, meal assistance, and companionship. Ideal candidates will have relevant caregiving experience, a positive attitude, and must reside in British Columbia. Flexible availability is required.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Punjabi is necessary for effective communication.
• HCA certificate or relevant equivalent experience is preferred.
• CPR / First Aid certification would be an asset.
• Comfortable using smartphones for work tasks.
• Must have a clean criminal record check.
• Dependable, professional demeanor is essential.
• Must have reliable transportation for commuting.
• Flexible availability for morning and afternoon shifts.
• Residence in British Columbia is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the client with personal care tasks.
• Reposition client to prevent bedsores.
• Help with meal preparation and feeding.
• Provide companionship through respectful conversation.
• Maintain a clean and safe living environment.
• Adhere to the client's routine and care preferences.

Skills

Punjabi fluency

Dependable

Professionalism

Patience

Education

HCA certificate or equivalent caregiving experience

CPR / First Aid

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a kind, reliable, and experienced Punjabi-speaking caregiver to support a bed-bound client with dementia in their home in Abbotsford.

Responsibilities

• Help with personal care (changing briefs, hygiene, etc.)
• Reposition client in bed to prevent bedsores.
• Assist with meals and feeding.
• Offer companionship and respectful conversation.
• Keep the environment clean and safe.
• Follow the client’s routine and preferred care methods.

Qualifications

• Punjabi fluency (spoken).
• HCA certificate or equivalent caregiving experience (preferred).
• CPR / First Aid (asset).
• Comfortable using a smartphone for clock-in / out and visit notes.
• Criminal record check required.
• Dependable, professional, and patient.
• Reliable transportation.
• Flexible availability (Mornings / Afternoons).
• Must live in British Columbia.

About Just Like Family Home Care

Just Like Family Home Care is a local Canadian home care provider. We started here in the lower mainland and have locations throughout. We are a compassionate business based on person focused care in the comfort of the clients own home environment. Staff can make a real difference in their local community caring for individuals making sure they get the right type and amount of care. We customize the care each client receives and update their care plans as needs change. Having consistent caregivers working weekly with their specific clients is how we ensure there is rapport and that consistent care is in place.