Home Support Worker Needed – Ontario – Sponsorship Available

Job Category: Work For Foreigners In Canada
Job Title: Home Support Worker
Employer: Steven Bea
Location: Cornwall, ON
Wage: $20.35 per hour
Terms of Employment: Permanent employment, full-time
Shift: Day, Evening, Morning

Steven Bea is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Home Support Worker to provide high-quality care and assistance in a home setting. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting clients with their daily activities, ensuring their well-being, and enhancing their quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Administer bedside and personal care
• Administer medications
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Change non-sterile dressings
• Feed or assist in feeding
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Mend clothing and linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Cook

Requirements

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

Work Site Environment:

• Non-smoking

Work Setting:

• Room and board provided
• Urban area
• Work in employer’s/client’s home

Credentials:

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Health Care Aide Certificate
• Personal Support Worker Certificate

Experience and Specialization:

• Target audience: Adults, Females, Males, Young Adults

Additional Information
Security and Safety:

• Criminal record check
• Reference required

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, and walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Work under pressure
• Weight handling: Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal Suitability:

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Patience
• Honesty

Work Environment:

• Work in private residences, providing care to individuals
• May involve live-in or live-out arrangements
• Interaction with clients of different needs and backgrounds
• May include travel for shopping or medical appointments
• Involves flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends
• Requires physical stamina and emotional resilience

Skills and Knowledge Needed:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of personal care techniques
• Understanding of proper hygiene and health practices
• Ability to handle emergencies calmly and efficiently
• Basic cooking and housekeeping skills
• Empathy and patience when dealing with clients

Education and Certification Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Personal Support Worker (PSW) or Health Care Aide certification
• Additional training in elderly or disability care may be 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)