home support worker

Work Term: Temporary Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years Work site environment Non-smoking Work setting 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 Change non-sterile dressings Collect specimens Demonstrate infant care to new parents Feed or assist in feeding 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 Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses  CPR Certificate First Aid Certificate Target audience Persons with a disability Experience with special needs children Assistance with mobility Security and safety Criminal record check Reference required Work conditions and physical capabilities Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Fast-paced environment Handling heavy loads Overtime required Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Standing for extended periods Walking Work under pressure Weight handling Up to 9 kg (20 lbs) Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Punctuality Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Patience Screening questions Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Financial benefits Commission Other benefits Travel insurance