Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Work setting
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Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
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Work in employer's/client's home
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Willing to relocate
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Employer's home
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Administer bedside and personal care
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Assist clients in water (i.e. pool)
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Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
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Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
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Provide companionship
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Provide personal care
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Shop for food and household supplies
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Prepare and serve nutritious meals
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Personal Support Worker Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
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Adults
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Elderly
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Females
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Persons with physical disabilities
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Fast-paced environment
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Handling heavy loads
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Overtime required
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Physically demanding
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Repetitive tasks
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Sitting
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Standing for extended periods
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Walking
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Work under pressure
Personal suitability
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Punctuality
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Client focus
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Dependability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Flexibility
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Initiative
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Patience
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Honesty
Benefits
Health benefits
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Health care plan
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Paramedical services coverage
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
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Parking available
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.