personal support worker - home support

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

Non-smoking.

Work setting:

Rural area.

Tasks:

• Administer bedside and personal care.
• 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.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• CPR Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.

Target audience:

Elderly.

Security and safety:

Criminal record check.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Physically demanding. Repetitive tasks.

Weight handling:

Up to 9 kg (20 lbs).

Personal suitability:

Punctuality. Client focus. Patience.

Employment terms options:

Early morning.

Experience:

7 months to less than 1 year.

Employment terms options:

Evening. Shift. Morning. Night. Day. Weekend.