personal support worker - home support
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience.
Work site environment:
Non-smoking.
Work setting:
Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment. Room and board provided. Urban area. Work in employer's/client's home. Relocation costs covered by employer. Willing to relocate. Employer's home.
Tasks:
- Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene.
- Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk.
- Feed or assist in feeding.
- Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
- Provide companionship.
- Provide personal care.
- Prepare and serve nutritious meals.
Target audience:
Elderly. Males.
Security and safety:
Criminal record check.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Repetitive tasks.
Weight handling:
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Personal suitability:
- Client focus.
- Dependability.
- Flexibility.
- Judgement.
- Reliability.
- Patience.
- Honesty.
Screening questions:
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
Experience:
1 year to less than 2 years.
Employment terms options:
Flexible hours. To be determined.
Support for youths:
Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.