Job Description

Are you a compassionate and caring individual looking to make a positive impact in someone's life? We have a rewarding opportunity for you! We are currently seeking a dedicated caregiver to provide support and care for a friendly man with developmental disabilities in a busy multi-generational household in Edmonton, Alberta.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide care and supervision to a man with developmental disabilities, allowing him to stay part of his family but offering relief to the multi-generational household. This includes personal care as needed. Assist with meals. Food is normally provided and he typically has dinner with his family, but every day can be a little bit different. If he's dining on his own you are expected to check food temperature, help clean up after his dinner, etc. Organize and help him clean his unit within the house. This involves basic tasks such as sweeping if the floor is dirty, running and sorting laundry, changing sheets as needed, re-filling his CPAP machine with water, and general tidying. Supervise and engage in activities with him within the house. He often enjoys simple activities such as listening to music and watching house construction or renovations videos. Take or accompany him on outings to recreational facilities. He often goes to Telus World of Science, and has sometimes been accompanying his family to the Clareview pool. Take him to church group activities on Monday evenings.

Job Details:

Hours:

20+ hours per week. An example shift pattern would be Sunday from 1pm to 9pm, Saturday from 9am to 5pm, Monday from 4:30pm to 9:30pm, with potential for other weekday evening shifts.

Language:

English is the primary language spoken in the house, with some Cantonese. He has limited vocabulary so it's important to pay attention to non-verbal cues.

Additional Information:

The household is a bustling multi-generational environment, and this position is designed to provide some much-needed relief to the family. As a caregiver, you may sometimes work independently with the individual, while at other times you will simply accompany the family to ensure his well-being and care.

Requirements:

Must be compassionate and patient. Able to create a positive and engaging atmosphere. Able to work in Alberta without employer sponsorship for visas, etc. Access to transport (Class 5 license and a reliable car). Preferably near Griesbach as some evening shifts may be only 5 hours. Prior experience in caregiving or working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.24 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 35 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Application question(s):

Will you able to reliably commute to and from Griesbach, Edmonton, AB with your own vehicle?
Experience:

Caregiving: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Class 5 Licence (required)
Work Location: In person