Overview
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
1 year to less than 2 years
Work site environment
- Non-smoking
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Care for pets
- 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
- Launder clothing and household linens
- Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
- Provide companionship
- Provide personal care
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- CPR Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- Personal Support Worker Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
- Adults
- Elderly
- Persons with a disability
- Persons with an intellectual disability
- Persons with mental health disabilities
- Persons with physical disabilities
- Young adults
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- Reference required
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
Weight handling
- Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Benefits
Health benefits
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
Long term benefits
- Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Parking available