family caregiver

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

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. Work in employer's/client's home. Employer's home.

Tasks:

• 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.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.
• Cook.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Reference required.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Bending, crouching, kneeling.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Fast-paced environment.
• Physically demanding.
• Repetitive tasks.
• Sitting.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Walking.
• Work under pressure.

Weight handling:

Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).

Personal suitability:

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

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

• Morning.
• Day.

Support for youths:

Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.