Part-Time
Attendant For Persons With Disabilities Home Care
Posted on May 17
Niginan Housing Ventures
Edmonton, AB
Personal Suitability
Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Client focus; Dependability; Judgement; Reliability; Organized; Punctuality
Work Location Information Work in employer's/client's home; Urban area
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Sitting; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling
Transportation/Travel Information
Own transportation; Valid driver's licence; Travel expenses paid by employer
Work Site Environment Non-smoking
Security and Safety Criminal record check; Vulnerable sector check
Target Audience
Persons with mental health disabilities; Persons with an intellectual disability
Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
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; Administer medications; Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk; Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
Experience 7 months to less than 1 year
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Community disability studies Certificate; Mental health first aid Certificate; Behaviour management Certification; Developmental services worker¿(DSW)¿Training; Understanding and managing aggressive behaviour (UMAB) course
Education
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
Languages English
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