About this role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Non-smoking. 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. Launder clothing and household linens. Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties. Provide companionship. Provide personal care. Prepare and serve nutritious meals. Cook. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Personal Support Worker Certificate. Target audience: Elderly. Security and safety: Reference required. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Bending, crouching, kneeling. Handling heavy loads. Sitting. Standing for extended periods. Walking. Weight handling: Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs). Personal suitability: Client focus. Dependability. Initiative. Judgement. Patience. Screening questions: Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.