Health Care Aide/Caregiver

Overview

Languages
English or French
Education
~ Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
Experience an asset
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
~ Non-smoking

Responsibilities
Tasks
Administer bedside and personal care
Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
Collect specimens
Feed or assist in feeding
Launder clothing and household linens
Mend clothing and linens
Provide companionship
Provide personal care
Prepare and serve nutritious meals
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Health Care Aide Certificate
Personal Support Worker Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
~ Elderly

Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Physically demanding
Sitting
Walking
Weight handling
~ Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability
Punctuality
Dependability
Flexibility
Reliability
Patience