Live-in caregiver – seniors

Basanti Majumdar based in Waterdown, 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 candidate must be available to work during flexible hours and must be available to work between 10:30 and 17:30.

Employer Name: Basanti Majumdar
Position: Live-in caregiver – seniors
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $15.50 hourly / 35 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Waterdown, ON

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Hiring: Live-in caregiver – seniors

Job Description

  • The candidate will be expected to care for pets.
  • 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 change non-sterile dressings.
  • The candidate will have to collect specimens.
  • The candidate will have to feed or assist with feeding.
  • The candidate will be expected to 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 will be expected to 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 will be expected to prepare and serve nutritious meals.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate should be fluent in English language.
  • The candidate must have a certificate or diploma in other trades or equivalent experience.
  • Candidate having experience is an asset.
  • The candidate must have a CPR certificate, a first aid certificate, and a personal support worker certificate.
  • 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.
  • 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 be willing to work in a rural area.

Experience and specialization

Target audience

  • The candidate will be in charge of providing care to the elderly and people with physical disabilities.

Cuisine specialties

  • The cuisine specialty is South Indian cuisine.

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal background check.

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 willing to work overtime if necessary.
  • 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

ashaestateinc@gmail.com

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Job reference number- 001
  • Cover letter
  • References attesting experience
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Proof of the requested certifications
  • Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples
  • Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed
  • Copy of latest school transcript
  • Writing sample
  • Proof of student enrollment
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