CAREGiver Ottawa East
Job Description
Calling all Caregiver's, Nursing or PSW Students There is a ton of opportunity for hours, experience, and growth opportunities in working with us. We have many clients with different needs who need your help
Home Instead is looking for caring and compassionate individuals to become a part of our growing team and join our mission of enhancing the lives of aging adults throughout our community. Home Instead provides a variety of non-medical services that allow seniors to meet the challenges of aging with dignity, care, and compassion.
We are looking for people who can provide an ongoing commitment. The hours of work can include a variety of hours such as overnights, days, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays to service clients in the Ottawa area.
As a Home Instead CAREGiver, you will receive:
- Job Training - Initial and ongoing training is provided, including specialized training opportunities
- Work Close to Home - Serve seniors in your community
- Social Environment - CAREGiving gives you the opportunity to meet new people and develop meaningful relationships
- Personal Satisfaction - Your job will make a difference in someone's life
- Growth Opportunities – Grow your CAREGiving career in many avenues such as dementia and Alzheimer's training.
Essential Job Functions:
- Providing 1:1 care assistance to each client individually or in a team setting with another CAREGiver
- Assist in 2-person transfers using mechanical lifts or 1-person assists
- Provide medication reminders
- Support clients in completing all Activities of Daily Living such as toileting, bathing, dressing, feeding, and ambulation assistance
- Assist in palliative support as needed
- Expected to maintain communication regarding all client care needs and changes and make appropriate reports
- May be required to assist in Instrumental Activities of Daily Living such as laundry, changing linens, warming up meals, etc.
Requirements of the Position:
- Experience with 2-person transfers asset - training will be provided
- Experience changing with bed bound clients-training will be provided
- Experience with all forms of personal care training will be provided
- Must be able to provide availability that will allow an ongoing commitment
PLEASE NOTE
Home Instead requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 from all employees, with the exception of those who require accommodation under applicable human rights legislation.
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Job Type: Casual
Pay: $18.00-$19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you have a PSW certification?
- What languages do you speak?
- Are you legally allowed to work in Canada?
Location:
- Ottawa, ON (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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