Job Description

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Personal Support Worker to support an independent dynamic young woman who has cerebral palsy. She lives in a condo near Jubilee Hospital. Her interests include music, humor, movies, fashion, art, acting and writing.

The individual for this role will be willing to learn and grow in this position as well as be motivated to learn basic ASL Alphabet letters/signed English (the client hears but speech is difficult). She also uses an iPad talking App for communication. The employer is willing to orientate and train. She directs her own life, and how support is done.

We are reaching out to students because past experience has shown that this job experience is beneficial for professional development in various careers. Also, it is a good way to promote and celebrate human diversity and inclusive community living.

Location:

Victoria (Jubilee Hospital)

Shifts & Hours of Work:

2 days a week (Tuesday and Thursday are preferred) but can be discussed with employer 4-hour shifts with an afternoon start time Time to be discussed with employer

Compensation:

$27.00 an hour to start

Responsibilities will include (but may not be limited to):

Assist with showering, hair, personal hygiene and dressing(Employer is able to stand but unsteady) Assist making appointments and putting into her calendar Meal preparation and general home management Accompany when going out to shop, to social activities or fitness and to medical dental appointments etc Support to trouble shoot technology (e.g. phone Shaw, unfreeze iPad, or unplug TV)

Required Qualifications:

Knowledge of the American Sign language alphabet required

Non-smoker required

BC Class 5 drivers license is required

Personal Caregiving experience

preferred

Dress code

required

(To be discussed in interview with employer) Value privacy

required

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 for each of our clients.

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

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Application question(s):

Yes or No- Are you comfortable assisting an individual with personal care (bathing, washroom care, grooming, feeding, light housekeeping, meal prep, etc)? How many years of Caregiving experience do you have? Are you willing to agree to a dress code? Do you have a valid Canadian Driver's license? Do you have a personal vehicle to commute? Do you smoke? Please provide the best email to contact you. Do you know the American Sign language alphabet? (Required) please explain. Will you value the employer's privacy?
Work Location: In person