Posting on behalf of Daley Home Health Care Services
Daley Home Health Care Services is seeking a highly qualified Home Support Worker to provide in-home care to two elderly individuals.
Job details
NOC: 44101
Location: Cambridge, Ontario
Workplace information: On site
Salary: $27.04 hourly / 30 hours per week
Terms of employment: Permanent employment, full-time
Shifts: Day, morning and afternoon
Start date: January 2027
Vacancies: 1
Languages
English
Education
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College Certificate/Diploma from a health care program minimum duration of 8 months
Experience
2-3 years experience caring for seniors or individuals with medical, cognitive and dietary support needs is required.
Work setting
Employer’s home
Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. This is not a condition of employment.
Responsibilities and tasks
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Provide care and companionship for elderly individuals during periods of illness, recovery, or reduced mobility
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Assist clients with personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, grooming, and ambulation
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Provide bedside and personal care assistance
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Plan and prepare meals and special diets
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Assist clients with feeding where required
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Assist with medication routines under the direction of family members and healthcare professionals
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Observe and report changes in emotional, physical, or behavioural conditions
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Respond appropriately to emergencies and communicate with healthcare providers or family members when necessary
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Assist clients with mobility support and daily living activities
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Accompany clients to medical appointments, hospital visits, and community outings
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Assist clients with light physical activities such as walking
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Maintain a safe and supportive household environment
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Perform light housekeeping duties including laundry, dishwashing, bed making, and maintaining cleanliness of living areas
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Shop for groceries and household necessities when required
Certificates and other requirements
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Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate or equivalent caregiver training
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GPA (Gentle Persuasive Approaches) training certificate for dementia care
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CPR Certificate – required
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First Aid Certificate – required
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Food Handlers Certificate
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Dietician Certificate
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Vulnerable Sector Check (current within last 12 months)
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Up-to-date immunization record (including 2-step TB testing)
Transportation and travel
Valid Full G driver’s licence is required.
Personal suitability
Dependability, reliability, organization, client focus, patience, compassion and punctuality. Non-smoking.
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as Indigenous people, newcomers to Canada, veterans, visible minorities and youth.
How to apply
Email resume to judydaley@yahoo.com
