Job Description

Work Term: Temporary Work Language: English Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year 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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Room and board provided Urban area Work in employer's/client's home Relocation costs covered by employer Employer's home

Tasks

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Care for pets 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 Collect specimens 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 Cook

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Health Care Aide Certificate

Target audience

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Adults Females Persons with a disability

Security and safety

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Criminal record check Reference required Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

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Vehicle supplied by employer Willing to travel Willing to travel overnight Valid driver's licence Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

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Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Punctuality Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative Judgement Reliability

Screening questions

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Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you available for the advertised start date? 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?

Other benefits

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* Free parking available