About this role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work setting: Work in employer's/client's home. 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. Feed or assist in feeding. Mend clothing and linens. Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties. Provide companionship. Provide personal care. Prepare and serve nutritious meals. Target audience: Elderly. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Repetitive tasks. Standing for extended periods. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Personal suitability: Punctuality. Client focus. Flexibility. Organized. Reliability. Patience. Honesty. Experience: 1 to less than 7 months. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Paramedical services coverage. Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.