Personal Care Assistant

3 days ago

Kanata, Canada VHA Health & Home Support Full time

**About us**

VHA Health & Home Support provides personal support and homemaking services to clients living in Ottawa and area. We are supportive, rewarding and client-centric. Accreditation Canada awarded VHA with 'Exemplary Standing' in 2022.

Our work environment includes:

- Casual work attire
- On-the-job training
- Safe work environment

Responsibilities: working under the supervision and guidance of a registered nurse, you will:

- Provide personal care assistance to individuals, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
- Administer medication as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Monitor and manage behaviors in individuals with autism or other behavioral challenges.
- Assist with transportation, including driving individuals to appointments or activities.
- Support individuals in daily activities, such as household tasks and errands.

**Skills**:

- Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks that may require strength and endurance.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with individuals and their families.
- Knowledge of behavior management techniques for individuals with autism or behavioral challenges.
- Familiarity with medication administration procedures and protocols.
- Ability to follow systems and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals under care.

Please note that this job may require lifting heavy objects and providing personal care assistance to individuals. It is important for applicants to have the physical capabilities necessary for this role.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: From $25.90 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Automobile allowance
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Evening shift

Application question(s):

- Are you willing and able to commit to regular shiftwork?

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving License and regular access to a vehicle (required)

Work Location: In person

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