Personal Suitability

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

Work Location Information

Rural area; Work in employer's/client's home; Urban area; Various locations; Relocation costs not covered by employer

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Sitting; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Overtime required

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence; Public transportation is not available

Work Site Environment Non-smoking

Security and Safety

Child abuse registry check; Child welfare check; Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Drug test; Immunization records; Tuberculosis test; Criminal record check; Adult Abuse Registry; Reference required; Vulnerable sector check

Target Audience Adults; Females

Weight Handling Between 61 and 80 kg (133-176 lbs)

Additional Skills Care for pets

Experience with Special Needs Children Assistance with mobility

Specific Skills

Shop for food and household supplies; Provide personal care; Provide companionship; Prepare and serve nutritious meals; Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties; Mend clothing and linens; Launder clothing and household linens; Assume full responsibility for household (in absence of householder); Assist clients in water (i.e. pool); Administer bedside and personal care; Feed or assist in feeding; Administer medications; Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk; Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

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

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Certificate of Conduct; Personal Support Worker Certificate; Health Care Aide Certificate; Community disability studies Certificate; Mandt System training; Behaviour management Certification; Developmental services worker¿(DSW)¿Training

Education College/CEGEPor equivalent experience

Languages English