live-in caregiver - seniors

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

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

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Work in employer's/client's home

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Administer bedside and personal care
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• 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
• Administer first-aid and other assistance
• Sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand
• Perform personal and business errands for employers
• Drive employers (including family members) to and from destination
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Elderly

Cuisine specialties

• Caribbean and Latin American cuisine

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Patience
• Honesty

Benefits

Other benefits

• On-site housing options