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 .