Personal Support Worker Jobs in Canada – Kaslo, BC

Job Title: Personal Support Worker (Home Support)
Employer: Spectrum Home & Family Care
Location: Kaslo, BC
Wage: $27.00 per hour
Terms of Employment: Permanent, Part-time
Work Schedule: Evening, Weekend, On Call, Morning

Spectrum Home & Family Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Personal Support Worker (Home Support) to assist clients in Kaslo, BC. This role involves providing essential care, companionship, and support for clients in their homes. If you are organized, empathetic, and eager to make a difference in others’ lives, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with bathing and personal hygiene.
• Launder clothing and household linens.
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Provide personal care tailored to individual needs.
• Weigh, lift, turn, and position patients as needed.

Requirements

• Languages: English
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Credentials
Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses:

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and Specialization
Target Audience:

• Adults
• Females

Additional Information
Security and Safety:

• Criminal record check
• References required

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Bending, crouching, and kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, and walking
• Handling heavy loads
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting and walking

Weight Handling:

• Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)
• Between 81 and 100 kg (177-220 lbs)

Benefits

• Health Benefits:
  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
• Financial Benefits:
  • Mileage paid

Work Environment

• Work is primarily in clients’ homes, often involving travel between locations.
• Regular interaction with clients and families, requiring strong interpersonal skills.
• Physically demanding tasks, including lifting and assisting with mobility.
• Flexible schedules with shifts during mornings, evenings, weekends, or on-call hours.

Skills and Knowledge Needed

• Knowledge of personal care practices, hygiene, and nutrition.
• Proficiency in first aid and CPR.
• Ability to assist with mobility and transfer tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Empathy, patience, and effective communication skills.

Education and Certification Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Additional caregiving or personal support worker training is an advantage.

Who Can Apply to This Job?
This opportunity is open to:

• Canadian citizens, permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
• Candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.

How to Apply
Online: Apply on the Company Website

Source: Job Bank Canada