home support worker

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

Work in employer's/client's home.

Tasks:

• Administer bedside and personal care.
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene.
• Feed or assist in feeding.
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
• Provide companionship.
• Provide personal care.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.

Target audience:

Elderly.

Transportation/travel information:

Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Repetitive tasks.

Weight handling:

Up to 9 kg (20 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Dependability.
• Flexibility.
• Reliability.

Employment terms options:

• Evening.
• Shift.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Support for youths:

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.