Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 5 to 40 hours per week Education: Other trades certificate or diploma Experience: Experience an asset

Work setting

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Various locations Work in employer's/client's home

Tasks

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Administer bedside and personal care Administer medications Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk Change non-sterile dressings Feed or assist in feeding Launder clothing and household linens Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties Provide companionship Provide personal care Shop for food and household supplies Prepare and serve nutritious meals Cook

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Developmental services worker (DSW) Training Geriatric Certificate CPR Certificate First Aid Certificate Health Care Aide Certificate Personal Support Worker Certificate

Target audience

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Persons with Alzheimer's disease Adults Elderly Persons with a disability

Security and safety

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Criminal record check Reference required

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Fast-paced environment Physically demanding Standing for extended periods Walking

Personal suitability

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Punctuality Client focus Dependability Flexibility Initiative Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Patience Honesty

Screening questions

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Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Workplace information

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On the road job

Health benefits

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Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Paramedical services coverage * Vision care benefits