home-care worker

Education:

No degree, certificate or diploma.

Asset languages:

Mandarin.

Work site environment:

Non-smoking. Scent free.

Work setting:

Employer's home.

Tasks:

• Administer bedside and personal care.
• Administer medications.
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene.
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk.
• 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.
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• First Aid Certificate.
• Personal Support Worker Certificate.

Target audience:

Elderly. Females.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Reference required.

Transportation/travel information:

Valid driver's licence.

Employment terms options:

• Evening.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

• Flexible hours.
• Day.
• Weekend.

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.