Home Support Worker – $25.00 per hour – Ontario

Job Category: Work For Foreigners In Canada
Job Title: Home Support Worker
Employer: Katrina Howell
Location: Cobourg, ON
Wage: $25.00 per hour
Terms of Employment: Permanent employment, full-time
Shift: Day

Katrina Howell is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Home Support Worker to provide essential care and support in Cobourg, ON. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, providing companionship, and ensuring a safe and comfortable home environment. If you have a passion for caregiving, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care
• Administer medications
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walking
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Provide personal care, including hygiene assistance
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Cook meals as required

Requirements

• Languages: English
• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Experience: Will train

Work Environment

• Non-smoking environment
• Work in employer’s/client’s home

Credentials

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Target Audience:

• Elderly individuals
• Persons with physical disabilities

Area of Specialization: Automobile driving

Additional Information

• Security and Safety: References required

Personal Suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Reliability
• Patience

Benefits

• Other Benefits: Transportation provided by the employer

Work Environment for a Home Support Worker in Canada

• Working in private homes, assisting individuals with daily living activities
• Providing both physical and emotional support to clients
• Adapting to different living conditions and family environments
• May require flexible working hours based on client needs

Skills and Knowledge Needed:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge of nutrition and meal preparation
• First aid and emergency response skills
• Time management and organizational abilities
• Ability to lift and assist clients with mobility

Education and Certification Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Additional training in personal support work is an asset

Who Can Apply?

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

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website

Source: Job Bank (jobbank.gc.ca)