Home Support WorkerFull-Time

Overview

Company Name: Gentle Hands Health Services

Position: Home Support Worker

NOC Code: 44101 — Home support worker

Job Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Salary: $18.61 - $23.62/hr / 30-40 hours per week

Terms of employment: Permanent, Full-time

Start date: Starts as soon as possible

Vacancies: 4

Job Duties

• Assist clients with personal care including bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary requirements and preferences
• Perform light housekeeping duties including laundry, cleaning, and tidying
• Assist clients with mobility and transfers using proper lifting techniques
• Administer medications as directed by healthcare professionals
• Accompany clients to medical appointments and community outings
• Monitor and report changes in client's health condition to supervisor
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients and families
• Maintain records of client care activities and observations
• Follow infection control and safety procedures at all times

Requirements

Languages: English

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Work Conditions

• Work in client's home
• Physically demanding — lifting and transferring clients
• May require working evenings and weekends

What We Offer

• Extended health and dental benefits
• Paid mileage for travel between clients
• Ongoing professional development training
• Two weeks paid vacation (4%)

How to Apply

Apply directly through this job posting or email your resume to apply@gentlehands.ca.

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Indigenous peoples, youth, and newcomers to Canada are encouraged to apply.