Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 30 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Experience an asset

Work site environment

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Non-smoking

Work setting

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Rural area Staff accommodation available Work in employer's/client's home Willing to relocate Employer'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 Feed or assist in feeding Launder clothing and household linens Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties Plan therapeutic diets and menus Provide companionship Provide personal care Shop for food and household supplies Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Target audience

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Elderly

Policy and program experience

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Secondary education

Security and safety

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Reference required

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Fast-paced environment Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Work under pressure

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Punctuality Client focus Dependability Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative 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? Are you willing to relocate for this position? 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? Do you have the necessary equipment for remote work (i.e. internet, home office, etc.)? What is your current level of study?

Other benefits

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Free parking available On-site housing options

Support for newcomers and refugees

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Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition

Support for youths

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Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth

Support for Indigenous people

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Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

Support for mature workers

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* Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination