home support worker

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

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.
• 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.
• Cook.

Target audience:

Adults. Elderly. Females. Persons with physical disabilities.

Security and safety:

Criminal record check.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Combination of sitting, standing, walking.

Weight handling:

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Punctuality.
• Dependability.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Patience.

Experience:

1 to less than 7 months.

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Does not require Canadian work experience.

Support for youths:

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.

Support for Indigenous people:

Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers .