Job Description

Job Details:
Home Support Worker (44101)
Valerie Wiley
Prince Rupert, BC, V8J 4E9
On site
Salary – $26.00/hourly
Schedule type – 30 to 35 hours per week
Type of employment- Permanent full-time
Employment terms Options – Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, On call, Flexible hours
Job start date – Starts as soon as possible
Languages Required – English
Education level – Secondary school graduation certificate
Experience – 1 year to less than 2 years
Work Site – Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work
remotely.
Work site environment – non-smoking
Work setting-
Rural area
Work in employer’s/client’s home
Employer’s home

Responsibilities-
Administer bedside and personal care
Administer medications
Assist clients in water (i.e. pool)
Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
Change non-sterile dressings
Collect specimens.
Feed or assist in feeding
Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
Plan therapeutic diets and menus
Provide companionship
Provide personal care
Prepare and serve nutritious meals
Assist with coordination of recreational, sport and fitness events
Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
Assist clients on and off amusement park rides and secure and release safety belts and bars

Credentials
Certificates Required –
CPR Certificate
First Aid Certificate

Target audience –
Adults
Males
Persons with a disability
Persons with mental health disabilities
Persons with physical disabilities
Young adults

Experience with special needs children-
Assistance with mobility

Additional information
Security and safety-
Criminal record check
Reference required
Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information –
Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities –
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Fast-paced environment
Handling heavy loads
Physically demanding

Repetitive tasks –
Sitting
Standing for extended periods
Walking
Work under pressure

Weight handling-
Between 61 and 80 kg (133-176 lbs)

Personal suitability –
Punctuality
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Initiative
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Patience
Honesty

Benefits :
Financial benefits-
Mileage paid

Other benefits-
Free parking available
Parking available

Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
a Canadian citizen
a permanent resident of Canada
a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada

What you must include in your application:
Cover letter

Answers to the following screening questions:
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Are you currently a student?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position
(English)?

What might be required by the employer later in the hiring process:
References attesting experience
Letter of recommendation
Proof of the requested certifications
Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed

How to apply?
Direct apply
Email- [email protected]

Required languages: English

Education level: Secondary

Required skills: Patience, Honesty, Organized, Reliability, Flexibility, Intuitive

Additional skills / Assets: Mobility Assistance , Energetic, Fun loving , Enthusiastic

Closest intersection: Prince Rupert Blvd. and Heron Rd