Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
• Work in employer's/client's home

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read the name and label of medication to the person receiving care
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Plan therapeutic diets and menus
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Experience and Specialization

Target audience

• Elderly

Additional Information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Reference required
• Medical exam
• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability