Responsibilities:
- Provide support and assistance to individuals in need of care
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Assist with medications as directed by healthcare professionals
- Monitor and record vital signs and report any changes or concerns to the appropriate personnel
- Assist with meal planning, preparation, and feeding
- Provide companionship and engage in meaningful activities with clients
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients
- Must be willing to commute throughout the Minden, Coboconk, Norland and surrounding areas.
Qualifications:
✅ Successful completion of a recognized PSW or DSW Program, Nursing Student or foreign trained Nurse .
✅ Knowledge of dementia care techniques is a plus.
✅ Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical tasks as required
✅ Familiarity with medication administration protocols
✅ Valid PSW certification or equivalent.
✅ CPR and First Aid certification.
✅ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
✅ Ensure the client's safety needs are met by utilizing equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
✅ Operate within the boundaries of your own expertise and understanding
✅ Empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others.
✅ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
✅Vehicle/Valid driver’s license required and must be willing to travel to remote locations
✅ Reliable transportation to travel to clients’ homes.
Please note that this position requires working every other weekend. Must be willing to travel to Gooderham area as well.
If you are passionate about providing quality care and making a positive impact on the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
Work Location: On the road
