Home support worker
Carol-Ann Staples based in Victoria, BC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Home support worker 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 timings include Evening, Weekend, Flexible Hours and Morning.
Employer Name: Carol-Ann Staples
Position: Home support worker
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $21.00 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Victoria, BC
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Hiring: Home support worker
Job Description
- 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 launder clothing and household linens.
- The candidate must perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
- The candidate must provide companionship.
- The candidate must provide personal care.
- 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 or equivalent experience.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.
- The candidate must have a First Aid Certificate as well as a Personal Support Worker Certificate.
- The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 9 kg (20 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 must work in an urban area.
- The candidate must work in the employer’s/client’s home.
Experience and specialization
Target audience
- The target audiences are the elderly, females, males, and people with disabilities.
Additional information
Security and safety
- 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 sitting, standing, and walking positions.
- 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
Note
Please include the following while sending the application
- Cover letter
- References attesting experience