Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 20 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years or equivalent experience

Work site environment

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Non-smoking

Work setting

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Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment Room and board provided Staff accommodation available Staff accommodation provided 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 personal care Shop for food and household supplies Prepare and serve nutritious meals Cook

Target audience

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Elderly Persons with a disability Persons with physical disabilities

Experience with special needs children

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Assistance with mobility

Security and safety

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Criminal record check Reference required Immunization records

Transportation/travel information

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Public transportation is available

Weight handling

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Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Punctuality Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Patience

Screening questions

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Are you available for the advertised start date? 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? What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Other benefits

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* Free parking available