home support worker

Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 1 year to less than 2 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Non-smoking Work setting Room and board provided Employer's home Responsibilities Tasks Administer bedside and personal care Administer medications Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk Feed or assist in feeding Launder clothing and household linens Mend clothing and linens Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties Plan therapeutic diets and menus Provide companionship Provide personal care Shop for food and household supplies Prepare and serve nutritious meals Cook Experience and specialization Target audience Elderly Females Males Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Fast-paced environment Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Standing for extended periods Walking 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