About this role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Non-smoking. Work setting: Work in employer's/client's home. Tasks: Administer bedside and personal care. Administer medications. Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene. 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. Target audience: Adults. Elderly. Persons with physical disabilities. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Weight handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs). Personal suitability: Dependability. Flexibility. Judgement. Reliability. Patience. Honesty. Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year. Support for newcomers and refugees: Does not require Canadian work experience. Support for youths: Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth. Support for Indigenous people: Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers .