Job Description

• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience: Experience an asset
• or equivalent experience

Asset languages

Filipino; Pilipino

Work site environment

Non-smoking

Tasks

Administer bedside and personal care Administer medications Assist clients in water (i.e. pool) Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk Assume full responsibility for household (in absence of householder) Feed or assist in feeding Launder clothing and household linens Mend clothing and 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Geriatric Certificate CPR Certificate Certificate of Conduct First Aid Certificate Health Care Aide Certificate Personal Support Worker Certificate

Target audience

Elderly

Experience with special needs children

Assistance with mobility

Security and safety

Criminal record check Immunization records Medical exam Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Standing for extended periods Walking Work under pressure

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

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 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?

Health benefits

Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits