Personal Care Provider-Home Care

Job requirements:

• Languages - English

• Education -At least Secondary (high) school graduation  certificate or it's equivalent for foreign graduates

• Work Experience-1 year to less than 2 years

• Security and Safety-Medical Examination

• Transportation/Travel Information: Public transportation is available, willing to travel,Travel expenses paid by Employer

• Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities-Hnndling heavy loads, Bending, crouching, kneeling, work under pressure, walking, standing for extended periods, combination of sitting, standing, walking, sitting, physically demanding, repetitive tasks

• Work Location Information-Work in employer's/client's home

• Work Site Environment-Non-smoking

• Personal Suitability-Punctuality, Organized, Effective interpersonal skills, Dependability, Flexibility, Initiative, Excellent oral communication, Judgement, Reliability, Client focus

• Specific Skills:

• • Assist in administering medications, bedside and personal care, launder clothing and household linens, assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk, assume full responsibility for household (in absence of householder), collect specimens, prepare simple meals, feed or assist in feeding,,change non sterile dressing, provide personal care, provide companionship, perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties, assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene.

• Target Audience- Persons with mental health disabilities, person with a physical disability, females

• Weight Handling-Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

• Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)-CPR Certificate, First Aid Certificate