Personal Support Worker - Home Care

Work Environment Non-smoking workplace Work Location Work at the employer's or client's home
Responsibilities Tasks Provide bedside care and personal care Administer medications Accompany clients in water (e.g., in a pool) Assist clients with bathing and help with other aspects of personal hygiene Assist with regular physical exercises, for example: walking Change non-sterile dressings Collect specimens Feed clients or assist them with feeding Do laundry Mend clothing Perform light domestic work and cleaning Design therapeutic diets and menus Provide companionship Attend to personal needs Prepare and serve nutritious meals Cook
Experience and Specialization Target Population Elderly persons Persons with physical disabilities
Additional Information Safety and Security Criminal background check Working Conditions and Physical Abilities Bending, crouching, kneeling Sitting, standing and walking Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Standing for long periods Weight Handled Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs) Personal Qualities Punctuality Client-focused attitude Sense of responsibility Effective interpersonal relations Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative Spirit of organization Reliability Teamwork Patience Honesty
Benefits Other Benefits Other Benefits