Live-in Caregiver

• Administer bedside and personal care

• Administer medications

• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene

• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk

• Change non-sterile dressings

• Feed or assist in feeding

• Launder clothing and household linens

• Mend clothing and linens

• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties

• Plan therapeutic diets and menus

• Provide companionship

• Provide personal care

• Shop for food and household supplies

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

• Cook

Requirements

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

• Must have 2 years to less than 3 years of work experience

• Must be able to communicate in English.

• Must have CPR Certificate, First Aid Certificate, and Personal Support Worker Certificate.

• Must have experience working with the elderly and persons with a disability.

• Must be able to provide a criminal record check.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Must be punctual, dependable, organized, reliable, patient, and honest, with excellent oral communication skills and the ability to remain flexible.

• Must be able to work in the employer’s/client’s home.

• Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.

Benefits

• Free parking available.

• Free meals

• Access to a vehicle.