Job Description

Overview

The Home Care Aide plays a crucial role in providing compassionate and personalized care to individuals in their homes or community settings. This position is essential for enhancing the quality of life for clients, particularly seniors and those with disabilities. The Home Care Aide will assist with daily living activities, ensuring that clients receive the support they need to maintain their independence and dignity.

Duties

Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' well-being. Monitor and document patient observations, including vital signs and changes in condition. Administer medications as prescribed and ensure compliance with medication schedules. Assist with meal preparation, cooking, and feeding when necessary. Perform light housekeeping duties including cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe living environment. You may half to drive clients to appointments. Support clients with mobility using equipment such as Hoyer lifts when required. Provide specialized care for clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other cognitive impairments. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations regarding patient information. Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills

Strong patient observation skills to identify changes in health status or behavior. Experience in assisted living or private home settings is highly desirable. Knowledge of caregiving practices for individuals with developmental disabilities or chronic illnesses. CPR certification is preferred to ensure safety during emergencies. Proficient in catheter care and other specialized medical procedures as needed. Understanding of hospice care principles for end-of-life support when applicable. Ability to perform light cleaning tasks and manage household duties effectively. Experience in long-term care environments is an asset. Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with clients and families. This position requires a dedicated individual who is passionate about providing high-quality home care services while fostering a supportive environment for clients to thrive in their daily lives.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2 - 30 per week

Experience:

Home care: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence and a Vehicle? (required)
Location:

Kelowna, BC (V1Y) (required)
Work Location: In person