Home Care Support Worker

Job Requirements:

· Valid Nova Scotia Drivers License & Insurance

· Clear Drivers Abstract & Criminal Record Check

· Valid First Aid and CPR Level C or HCP ( Training Available )

· Valid WHMIS ( Training Available )

· COVID-19 Vaccination Required

Please note: CCA & LPN certification is not required. Training will be provided. CCA & LPN Certified positions are available.

Job Responsibilities:

· Provide general attention to client's non-medical needs in accordance with an established Care Plan.

· Aids with all aspects of personal care, including bathing (tub, shower, or bed bath), grooming, oral hygiene, mobility assistance, transferring and positioning, and incontinence care. ( Training available )

· Assists with or provides meal preparation, feeding, light housekeeping, laundry, companionship, transportation, errands, and shopping. The level of assistance will be outlined in the client’s care plan.

· Provides companionship for the client, including but not limited to: talking and listening, reading aloud, providing social and emotional support.

· Provides emotional support and promotes a sense of well-being.

· Provides for a clean, safe, and healthy environment for clients and family members.

· Completes all cleaning tasks per company guidelines and follows client profiles.

· Prepares and serves nutritious meals as directed. Ensures that dishes are washed, and the kitchen is clean after each meal.

· Assists client in completing necessary phone calls, letter writing, etc. Accompanies client on walks, community trips, doctor’s office, bank, beauty salon, etc.

Company Benefits:

· Flexibility in Scheduling.

· Company Benefits Plans.

· Company Life Insurance Plans.

· Fully Bonded & Insured.

· Paid Holidays & Sick Days Available.

· Shift Premiums Available. ( $2.00-$4.00 Extra Per Hour )

· 14 Paid Vacation Days

Annapolis Valley Home Care Ltd is committed to providing a quality working & living environment for both our Caregivers and Clients. Annapolis Valley Home Care Ltd has provided quality in-Home Care services since the early 2000s. Annapolis Valley Home Care Ltd has a growing staff population of over 80 employees. Being family owned and operated ensures that AVHC remains focused on the values of caring for others and providing top-quality services from the heart.

Job Types: Casual, Permanent, Part-time, Full-time
Part-time hours: 37.50 per week

Salary: $17.25-$22.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Automobile allowance
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person