home-care worker

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
• Room and board provided
• Urban area
• Work in employer's/client's home

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Assume full responsibility for household (in absence of householder)
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Personal Support Worker Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Elderly
• Persons with physical disabilities

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Overtime required
• Repetitive tasks
• Walking

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability