Caregiver PSW

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Personal Support Worker to work with our private clients in their residences.

Essential Functions:

• Personal Care
  • Provide assistance with dressing, grooming, shaving, hygiene, ambulation, safe use of equipment and assistive devices (wheelchair, walker, crutches, cane, lifts), help with walks, help with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Companion/Sitter
  • Provide companionship and respite services

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent certificate
• Successful completion of a Provincial-approved Personal Support Worker, Certified Nurse Aide or Health Care Aide course, or equivalent is an asset.
• Meets passing criteria on PSW skills test.
• Meets passing criteria on DEARS test (Drugs and Ethics test)
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job
• Possess a valid driver's license and have use of an insured automobile or access to adequate transportation for the job

This job description is used as a guide only and not inclusive of responsibilities and job duties.