home support worker

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment. 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.
• Feed or assist in feeding.
• Launder clothing and household linens.
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
• Provide companionship.
• Provide personal care.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Fast-paced environment. Sitting. Standing for extended periods.

Personal suitability:

• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Organized.
• Reliability.

Experience:

7 months to less than 1 year.

Support for youths:

Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.