Attendant for persons with disabilities – home care ADVERTISED
Posted on July 09, 2018 by Private Household
Job details
Location Edmonton, AB
Salary $17.00 / hour
Vacancies 2 Vacancies
Employment groups: Students, Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors, Apprentices
Terms of employment Permanent, Full time 30 to 44 hours / week
Start date As soon as possible
Employment conditions: On call, Overtime, Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Shift, Weekend, Night, Flexible hours, To be determined
SourceJob Bank Job Bank Job no. # 970063
Job requirements
Languages
English
Education
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
or equivalent experience
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Security and Safety
Medical exam, Adult Abuse Registry, Driver’s validity licence check, Tuberculosis test, Immunization records, Criminal record check, Driving record check (abstract), Drug test, Reference required, Vulnerable sector check
Transportation/Travel Information
Willing to travel overnight, Valid driver’s licence, Vehicle supplied by employer, Public transportation is available, Own vehicle, Own transportation
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Walking, Fast-paced environment, Repetitive tasks, Standing for extended periods, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Overtime required, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Handling heavy loads, Sitting, Physically demanding, Work under pressure
Work Location Information
Work in employer’s/client’s home, Urban area, Staff accommodation available, Staff accommodation provided, Willing to relocate
Work Site Environment
Non-smoking
Personal Suitability
Punctuality, Client focus, Team player, Reliability, Judgement, Excellent oral communication, Initiative, Flexibility, Dependability, Effective interpersonal skills, Organized
Specific Skills
Feed or assist in feeding, Change non-sterile dressings, Shop for food and household supplies, Provide personal care, Provide companionship, Plan therapeutic diets and menus, Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties, Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene, Launder clothing and household linens, Collect specimens, Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk, Assume full responsibility for household (in absence of householder), Mend clothing and linens, Administer medications, Administer bedside and personal care, Prepare and serve nutritious meals
Target Audience
Elderly, Adults, Persons with physical disabilities, Females, Persons with a disability
Weight Handling
Between 81 and 100 kg (177-220 lbs)
Work Setting
Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Geriatric Certificate, Community disability studies Certificate, Health Care Aide Certificate, Certificate of Conduct, Personal Support Worker Certificate, First Aid Certificate
How to apply
By email:
joy2bgal@shaw.ca
Advertised until:
2018-08-08
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