live-in caregiver - seniors

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Tagalog

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
• Room and board provided
• Work in employer's/client's home
• Employer's home

Responsibilities

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
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Cook

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Personal Support Worker Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Elderly
• Females
• Persons with a disability
• Persons with physical disabilities

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Basic security clearance
• Reference required
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Patience
• Honesty

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Night shift premium

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

Support for mature workers

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers
• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers

Supports for visible minorities

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities

Employment groups - Help

Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

This employer is committed to providing all job applicants with equal employment opportunities, and promoting inclusion. If you self-identify as a member of any employment group, you are encouraged to indicate it in your application.

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