[ref. p32624304] Personal support worker - home support

Overview

Languages

English

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Prepare medications for clients

Credentials

• Personal Support Worker Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Elderly
• Persons with a disability
• Persons with physical disabilities

Additional information

• Criminal record check
• Reference required

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Patience
• Honesty

Benefits

• On-site housing options
• On-site recreation and activities
• Parking available