Home Care Worker/ Care Aide
2 weeks ago
**Job Overview**
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Care Aides to provide essential support to individuals in need of assistance with daily living activities. As a Home Care Aide, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for seniors and individuals with disabilities, ensuring they receive the care and companionship they deserve. This position requires a commitment to providing respectful, patient, and empathetic care in various settings, including private homes, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes.
**Responsibilities**
- Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
- Administer medications as prescribed and monitor clients for any changes in health status.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering a positive environment.
- Assist with mobility and heavy lifting when necessary to ensure client safety.
- Maintain cleanliness of the client's living space, including light housekeeping tasks.
- Support clients with hospice care needs when applicable, ensuring comfort during end-of-life stages.
- Document care provided and report any concerns or changes in client condition to the supervising nurse or care manager.
- Collaborate effectively with family members and other healthcare professionals involved in the client's care.
**Qualifications**
- Previous experience in senior care or caregiving is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of medication administration procedures is a plus.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and assist clients with mobility challenges.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities is advantageous.
- Compassionate demeanor and strong interpersonal skills are essential for building rapport with clients.
- Familiarity with hospice care practices is beneficial for those working with terminally ill patients.
- High school diploma or equivalent; further education in nursing or healthcare is a plus.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel between client locations as needed.
Join our team of dedicated professionals committed to making a difference in the lives of those we serve
**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $17.00-$19.50 per hour
Expected hours: 10 - 40 per week
Additional pay:
- Overtime pay
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB (T5J): reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
**Education**:
- Secondary School (preferred)
**Experience**:
- Caregiving: 1 year (preferred)
- Home care: 1 year (preferred)
- Senior care: 1 year (preferred)
**Language**:
- English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Assistance in Health Care Facilities (preferred)
- Driving Licence (preferred)
**Location**:
- Edmonton, AB (T5J) (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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