Languages English

Education

Other trades certificate or diplomaor equivalent experience

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Personal Support Worker Certificate; Health Care Aide Certificate

Experience 7 months to less than 1 year

Specific Skills

Shop for food and household supplies; Provide personal care; Provide companionship; Prepare and serve nutritious meals; Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties; Launder clothing and household linens; Collect specimens; Administer bedside and personal care; Feed or assist in feeding; Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk; Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene

Weight Handling Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Target Audience

Terminally ill; Elderly; Persons with physical disabilities; Persons with a disability; Females; Males; Persons with Alzheimer's disease

Security and Safety

Tuberculosis test; Criminal record check; Reference required

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Work Location Information

Work in employer's/client's home; Urban area; Remote location; Various locations

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Client focus; Dependability; Judgement; Reliability; Organized; Punctuality