Personal
Support
Worker
About the Role:
As a Personal Support Worker, you will be an essential member of our homecare team, providing vital support and care to our clients. This role involves assisting clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their comfort, and supporting their physical and emotional well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Help with mobility and transfers, ensuring client safety and comfort.
- Provide reminders to clients to take their medication as per their prescription schedule.
- Provide companionship and emotional support, engaging in conversations, and participating in recreational activities.
- Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment for clients.
- Assist with meal preparation, ensuring dietary needs and preferences are met.
- Accompany clients to medical appointments or other outings, providing support and companionship.
- Observe and report changes in clients’ health, behavior, or needs to a supervisor.
- Adhere to professional standards and confidentiality of client information
Requirements:
- Completion of a Personal Support Worker55px1 certificate program or equivalent.
- Previous experience in a caregiving role is highly desirable.
- Strong empathy, patience, and dedication to providing compassionate care.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must pass a background check.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (if required for the role).
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
What You Should Know:
- This position requires flexibility in hours, including potential evening and weekend shifts.
- Physical ability to perform the tasks, including lifting and assisting with client mobility.
- We offer a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.
