Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a couple of Personal Support Workers for a male employer residing in central North Shore, who requires support with complex care and all activities of daily living.

The ideal candidate would be a team player, that is confident and able to learn a routine, with ability to adapt, collaborate and improvise. They take direction well and are capable of carrying out tasks unsupervised and have excellent communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal.

The employer is steady, personable and a hard-working individual that enjoys privacy at times.

As an active member of his community, the ideal candidate will be comfortable supporting him to go to all work and social events. Willingness and availability to go on trips with the employer is also an essential part of this position.

In his spare time, the employer enjoys listening to music, watching sports, cooking and all things outdoors.

Shift & Hours:

Monday and Thursday: 24 hours starting at 10am (one caregiver) Saturday: 24hr shift starting at 10am (one caregiver) Approximately 1-2 extra shifts a month available to cover vacation / sick days

Location:

Kamloops (Near Central North Shore)

Rate:

$500 flat rate for 24-hour shift

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Personal care and all activities of daily living Respiratory care (training provided) Meal preparation and feeding Light housekeeping Transfers using a ceiling lift Assisting the employer with errands Support the employer in the community daily as he has a very active lifestyle Few intervention at night (the employer sleeps approx. 6-8 hours without interruption)

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of caregiving experience required Experience with slings and transfers are preferred Must be fully vaccinated or willing to get vaccinated Class 5 Driver's License is required and must be comfortable driving the employer's van Willing to go on trips with the employer is required Excellent communication skills

Individuals with disabilities can be more susceptible to severe symptoms of COVID-19. Candidates may be required to provide proof of vaccination.

If you are interested in this position and meet all the required qualifications, please apply directly to this job posting.

If you can view this job posting, we are still accepting applications for this position. Please note that we do recruit on an ongoing basis.

Thank you for applying for our position but all shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $500.00 per day

Application question(s):

Do you live in Kamloops, BC? For how many months/years? Please specify your current status in Canada (Citizen, Permanent resident, worker or study permit holder)? Yes or No - Are you comfortable assisting an individual with personal care (bathing, washroom care, feeding, light housekeeping, meal prep, etc)? Do you have a valid Class 5 Driver's License? Are you willing to go on trips with the employer? Please provide us with an email that is best to contact you with. How many doses of Covid-19 vaccine do you have?
Experience:

Caregiving: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person