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home support worker @ Scotia Assist Incorporated

Halifax, Nova Scotia, CAOnsiteFull-time
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About this role

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience. Asset languages: Hindi. Panjabi; Punjabi. 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. Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk. Feed or assist in feeding. Launder clothing and household linens. Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties. Plan therapeutic diets and menus. Provide companionship. Provide personal care. Prepare and serve nutritious meals. Cook. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : CPR Certificate. First Aid Certificate. Personal Support Worker Certificate.

Target audience: Elderly.

Females.

Cuisine specialties: Vegetarian.

Security and safety: Criminal record check. Reference required.

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Bending, crouching, kneeling. Physically demanding. Weight handling: Between 61 and 80 kg (133-176 lbs).

  • Personal suitability: Punctuality.
  • Client focus.
  • Dependability.
  • Efficient interpersonal skills.
  • Flexibility.
  • Initiative.
  • Judgement.
  • Organized.
  • Reliability.
  • Patience.
  • Honesty.
  • Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?.
  • Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
  • Employment terms options: Evening.
  • Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years.
  • Employment terms options: Morning.
  • Other benefits: Free parking available.
  • On-site housing options.

Skills

CPRFirst AidPersonal Support Worker Certificatelight housekeepingcompanionshipPunctualityDependabilityInterpersonalHindiPanjabiPunjabiFlexibility

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