Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

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

Work site workplace

- Non-smoking

Work setting

- Work in employer's/client's home

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Administer bedside and personal care
- Administer medications
- Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
- Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
- Feed or assist in feeding
- Plan therapeutic diets and menus
- Provide companionship
- Provide personal care
- Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- CPR Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- Personal Support Worker Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

- Elderly

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
- Sitting
- Standing for extended periods
- Walking

Personal suitability

- Punctuality
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
- Patience
- Honesty

📌 Home support worker (Ottawa)
🏢 Private Household
📍 Ottawa