Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 30 hours per week Education: College/CEGEP Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year Work setting Various locations 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 Demonstrate infant care to new parents Feed or assist in feeding Launder clothing and household linens Mend clothing and linens Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties Plan therapeutic diets and menus Provide companionship Provide personal care Shop for food and household supplies Prepare and serve nutritious meals Cook Administer first aid in emergency situations Certificates, licences, memberships,



and courses First Aid Certificate Target audience Persons with Alzheimer's disease Elderly Females Males Persons with a disability Persons with physical disabilities Terminally ill Work conditions and physical capabilities Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Standing for extended periods Walking Weight handling Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs) Personal suitability Punctuality Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Patience Honesty Employment terms options Shift Night Day Weekend Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work setting for youth

📌 home-care worker (Toronto)
🏢 Help from Abroad Foundation
📍 Toronto