Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work site environment
Work setting
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Home care and visiting care agency
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Remote location
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Rural area
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Various locations
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Work in employer's/client's home
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Willing to relocate
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Hospital or home for the aged
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Nursing home/home for the aged
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Public or community health centre
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Group home
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Persons with an intellectual disability
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Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Accompany patients on outdoor recreational activities
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Perform other duties related to patient care and comfort
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Perform other duties related to personal care
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Supply and empty bed pans
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Take patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse
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Serve meal trays and feed patients
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Weigh, lift, turn and position patients
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Make beds and maintain patients' rooms
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Supervise patients' exercise routines
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Bathe, dress and groom patients
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Transport patients in wheelchair or stretcher
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Answer call signals to determine patients' needs
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Administer first aid in emergency situations
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Shop for food and household supplies
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Provide personal care
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Provide companionship
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Prepare and serve nutritious meals
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Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
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Launder clothing and household linens
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Administer bedside and personal care
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Feed or assist in feeding
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Change non-sterile dressings
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Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
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Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Mental health first aid Certificate
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First Aid Certificate
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CPR Certificate
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Nursing Aide Certificate
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Health Care Aide Certificate
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Personal Support Worker Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
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Adults
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Young adults
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Over 12 years
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Elderly
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Persons with physical disabilities
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Persons with mental health disabilities
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Persons with a disability
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Females
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Males
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Persons with Alzheimer's disease
Specialization or experience
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Driver's validity licence check
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Immunization records
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Vulnerable sector check
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Tuberculosis test
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Reference required
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Repetitive tasks
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Physically demanding
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Manual dexterity
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Attention to detail
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Ability to distinguish between colours
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Sound discrimination
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Standing for extended periods
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Walking
Weight handling
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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
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Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
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More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
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Between 61 and 80 kg (133-176 lbs)
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Between 81 and 100 kg (177-220 lbs)
Personal suitability
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Client focus
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Dependability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Flexibility
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Initiative
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Interpersonal awareness
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Patience
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Punctuality
Benefits
Health benefits
Financial benefits
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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Team building opportunities
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Parking available
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.