Live-in caregiver – seniors

Louis Ziegler based in North York, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Live-in caregiver – seniors who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift schedules have yet to be determined. The position of Live-in caregiver – seniors has been approved by the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment).

Employer Name: Louis Ziegler
Position: Live-in caregiver – seniors
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $17.50 hourly / 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: North York, ON

Job Description

  • The candidate must provide bedside and personal care.
  • The candidate must administer medications.
  • The candidate will be expected to assist clients with bathing and other personal hygiene tasks.
  • The candidate will be expected to assist in regular exercise, such as walking.
  • The candidate will be expected to take full responsibility for the household (in absence of householder).
  • The candidate must change non-sterile dressings.
  • The candidate must feed or assist in feeding.
  • The candidate must launder clothing and household linens.
  • The candidate must be able to mend clothing and linens.
  • The candidate must perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
  • The candidate must plan therapeutic diets and menus.
  • The candidate must provide companionship.
  • The candidate must provide personal care.
  • The candidate must go shopping for food and household supplies.
  • The candidate must prepare and serve healthy meals.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate should be fluent in English language.
  • The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
  • The ideal candidate will have at least 2 to 3 years of experience in a related industry.
  • The candidate must have CPR, First Aid, and Personal Support Worker Certificates.
  • The candidate must be capable of lifting weights ranging from 81 to 100 kg (277–220 lbs).
  • The candidate must be punctual.
  • The candidate should be client focused.
  • The candidate should be dependable.
  • The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
  • The candidate should be organised and flexible in nature.
  • The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.
  • The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.

Work site environment

  • The work environment is smoke-free.

Work setting

  • On a live-in basis, the candidate must have free optional accommodation available.
  • The candidate will be provided with room and board.
  • The candidate must work in the employer’s/client’s home.

Experience and specialization

Target audience

  • The target audience includes the elderly, males, and people with physical disabilities.

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal record check, and vulnerable sector check.
  • The candidate must have proof of immunisation.
  • The candidate must provide valid reference information.

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate has access to public transportation.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
  • The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
  • The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
  • The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
  • The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.
  • The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
  • The candidate must be willing to walk for long periods of time.
  • The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Job reference number- 2023
  • Cover letter
  • Proof of the requested certifications
  • Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed
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