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

Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Sitting; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Overtime required

Transportation/Travel Information

Own vehicle; Willing to travel; Valid driver's licence

Work Site Environment Non-smoking

Security and Safety

Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check; Adult Abuse Registry; Reference required; Vulnerable sector check

Target Audience Adults; Persons with a disability; Females

Specific Skills

Shop for food and household supplies; Provide personal care; Provide companionship; 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; Administer medications; Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

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

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Personal Support Worker Certificate; Health Care Aide Certificate; Community disability studies Certificate

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience

Languages English