personal support worker - home support
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About the role
Overview
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Non-smoking
Work setting
Work in employer's/client's home
Responsibilities
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 Change non-sterile dressings Feed or assist in feeding 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 Cook
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Community disability studies Certificate Geriatric Certificate Mental health first aid Certificate CPR Certificate First Aid Certificate Health Care Aide Certificate Personal Support Worker Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
Persons with Alzheimer's disease Adults Elderly Females Males Persons with a disability Persons with an intellectual disability Persons with mental health disabilities Persons with physical disabilities Terminally ill
Additional information
Security and safety
Criminal record check Reference required
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Fast-paced environment Repetitive tasks Work under pressure
Personal suitability
Punctuality Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Patience Honesty
Benefits
Financial benefits
Mileage paid
Other Benefits
Free parking available Parking available