Part-Time

Personal Support Worker Home Support

Posted on Jul 04

Independent Advocacy 2...

Edmonton, AB

Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits; Life insurance; Other benefits

Health benefits Health care plan; Dental plan

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Client focus; Dependability; Judgement; Reliability; Organized; Punctuality

Work Location Information

Work in employer's/client's home; Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding; Sitting; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Transportation/Travel Information Public transportation is available

Security and Safety Criminal record check; Vulnerable sector check

Target Audience

Adults; Persons with physical disabilities; Persons with mental health disabilities; Persons with an intellectual disability; Persons with a disability; Females; Males

Weight Handling Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Specific Skills

Shop for food and household supplies; Provide personal care; Provide companionship; Prepare and serve nutritious meals; Plan therapeutic diets and menus; Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties; Collect specimens; Assist clients in water (i.e. pool); Administer bedside and personal care; Feed or assist in feeding; Administer medications; Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk; Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene

Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits, Life insurance, Other benefits

Health benefits Health care plan, Dental plan

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Personal Support Worker Certificate; Health Care Aide Certificate

Education

Other trades certificate or diplomaor equivalent experience

Languages English

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