Personal Home Support Worker

Personal Home Support Worker Needed for Private Care

Are you a caring and compassionate individual looking to provide personalized assistance? We're seeking a dedicated Home Support Worker to join our household in the Unionville area. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and offering companionship and care to senior citizens, we'd love to hear from you.

Position: Personal Home Support Worker

Location: Unionville, ON

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Hourly Rate: $21.00

Responsibilities:

As a Personal Home Support Worker in our private residence, you'll be responsible for providing tailored care and assistance to an individual family member. Your duties will include:

·      Assist the elderly individual with safe movement around the home, including use of mobility aids.

·      Support personal hygiene routines such as bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, and general comfort.

·      Prepare and serve meals, including support during feeding and following any dietary requirements.

·      Observe and track changes in the elderly person’s physical or emotional condition and report concerns to family members.

·      Provide medication reminders and help apply simple dressings under direction.

·      Offer companionship and engage the elderly person in light activities or conversation.

·      Maintain a clean-living environment through light housekeeping including laundry, dishwashing, and tidying commonly used spaces.

·      Assist with simple exercises and mobility practices that encourage independence.

·      Accompany the elderly person to appointments or short outings when needed.

Job Requirements:

·      The applicant must have completed a College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma program lasting at least three months but less than one year in a relevant field such as Health Aide, Home Attendant, Health Aid, Personal Support Worker, or another related caregiver program.

·      The applicant must have at least one year of full-time experience within the last three years providing care to elderly individuals in a home or community setting.

·      The applicant must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

·      The applicant must be physically capable of performing tasks that involve assisting with mobility, lifting, and supporting the elderly individual during daily activities.

·      The applicant must be able to follow detailed care plans and instructions provided by family members or healthcare professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of the elderly person.

·      The applicant must demonstrate compassion, patience, reliability, and a strong commitment to supporting elderly individuals with dignity and respect.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to take on the rewarding responsibility of a Personal Home Support Worker, providing essential care and companionship, we encourage you to apply. Please send your application and resume to erictang39@outlook.com.

Your email must include answers to the following questions. Applications with missing answers will not be considered:

1.     Are you authorized to work in Canada?

2.     Are you available to start as soon as possible?

3.     Are you currently a student?

4.     Are you willing to relocate for this position if needed?

5.     Do you have experience working in this field?

6.     Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

7.     Do you live near the job location?

8.     Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

9.     Do you require the employer to obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to work in Canada?

You must also attach:

·      Reference letters confirming your previous elderly-care experience.

·      Proof of education/certification required for the position.

Only applicants who provide complete information and documents will be contacted.