home support worker

Languages

English

Chinese

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

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.

Asset languages

Mandarin

Work site environment

Non-smoking

Work setting

Work in employer's/client's home

Responsibilities

Tasks

Care for pets

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

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

Cook

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

CPR Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Health Care Aide Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

Adults

Specialization or experience

Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Additional information

Security and safety

Criminal record check

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

Walking

Weight handling

Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)