home-care worker

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Care Worker to provide care for senior with MS who is wheelchair bound. This role is vital in enhancing the quality of life by ensuring comfort, safety, and well-being.

Job Details

Location: Victoria, BC V9A 7M2

Workplace: On-site

Salary: $23.00 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week

Employment Terms: Permanent, Full-time

Start Date: As soon as possible (To be determined)

Vacancies: 1

Source: Job Bank #3325243

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience

Experience: Will train

Work Setting: Work in employer’s/client’s home

Responsibilities

Administer bedside and personal care

Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene

Assist in regular exercise (e.g., walks)

Launder clothing and household linens

Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties

Provide companionship

Provide personal care

Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Cook

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Repetitive tasks

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

Benefits

Other benefits: Free parking available

Employment Groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

Support for Indigenous people

Supports for visible minorities

Eligibility

You can apply if you are:

A Canadian citizen

A permanent resident of Canada

A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

How to Apply

By email: wendy.petchbc@gmail.com

Application Instructions

You must include the following in your application:

– Cover letter

Please answer the following screening questions when applying:

Are you available for shift or on-call work?

Are you available for the advertised start date?

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Are you willing to relocate for this position?

Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?