Overview

Languages

English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site setting
Non-smoking

Work setting
Work in employer's/client's home

Responsibilities

Tasks
Administer bedside and personal care
Administer medications
Assist clients in water (i.e. pool)
Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
Change non-sterile dressings
Feed or assist in feeding
Launder clothing and household linens
Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
Provide companionship
Provide personal care
Shop for food and household supplies
Prepare and serve nutritious meals
Cook

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Community disability studies Certificate
Geriatric Certificate
Mental health first aid Certificate
CPR Certificate
First Aid Certificate
Health Care Aide Certificate




Personal Support Worker Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience
Persons with Alzheimer's disease
Adults
Elderly
Females
Males
Persons with a disability
Persons with an intellectual disability
Persons with mental health disabilities
Persons with physical disabilities
Terminally ill

Additional information

Security and safety
Criminal record check
Reference required

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Fast-paced environment
Repetitive tasks
Work under pressure

Personal suitability
Punctuality
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Patience
Honesty

Perks

Financial benefits
Mileage paid

Other Perks
Free parking available
Parking available

📌 Personal Support Worker Home Support Calgary
🏢 Janis Care Services
📍 Calgary