Home support worker

rlresidence based in Grande Prairie 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 Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Overtime, To be determined, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: rlresidence
Position: Home support worker
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $20.15 hourly / 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Grande Prairie

Also hiring: Guest Experience Lead 

Hiring: Home support worker

Job Description

  • The candidate must provide bedside and personal care.
  • The candidate must administer medications.
  • The candidate will be expected to assist clients in water (i.e. pool).
  • 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 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 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 or diploma from a College, CEGEP, or other non-university program lasting 3 months to less than 1 year.
  • The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.
  • The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 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.

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 be willing to work in a rural area.
  • The candidate must work in the employer’s/client’s home.
  • The candidate’s relocation expenses will not be covered by the employer.
  • The candidate must be willing to relocate to the specified location.

Experience and specialization

Target audience

  • The target audiences are adolescents, females, people with disabilities, people with intellectual disabilities, and people with physical disabilities.

Experience with special needs children

  • The candidate must have prior experience with mobility assistance.

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal background check.
  • The candidate must provide valid reference information.

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 prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.

How to Apply

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

By email

rlresidence@yahoo.ca

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Cover letter
  • References attesting experience
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Proof of the requested certifications
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