home support worker
About the role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. 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. Feed or assist in feeding. Launder clothing and household linens. Mend clothing and linens. Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties. 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. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Personal suitability: Client focus. Dependability. Flexibility. Initiative. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Patience. Honesty. Experience: Will train. Employment terms options: Day. Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.