About this role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
Work setting: Room and board provided. Work in employer's/client's home.
Tasks
- Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk.
- 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: Elderly. Persons with physical disabilities.
Security and safety: Criminal record check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
- Personal suitability: Flexibility.
- Judgement.
- Reliability.
- Patience.
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 .