Home Support Worker

Home Support Worker - Housekeeping

Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge

*Please note: This is not a Personal Support Worker role*

Do your life's best work with us

We're committed to making a difference in people's lives – and that starts with yours. You'll enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to achieve your goals at work and at home, with a balance of teamwork and independence. We have a team of Supervisors and motivated colleagues who are excited to meet and support you

Here's a look at our total rewards:

• Part-time positions
• Competitive wages including travel pay
• Mileage paid in addition for driving
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid orientation and ongoing training
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Reward and recognition programs
• Early Access to Your Pay On-demand access before payday up to $200 daily when you need it most

Your role with clients

As a caring, responsible health care team member, you will support clients to be as safe and independent in their homes as possible, helping them to live their best lives. You will be required to perform light housekeeping tasks, meal preparation, and other duties as indicated in client care plans. You will act at all times with the client and their family at the heart of all you do, observing, documenting, and reporting any changes in their condition to your Manager/Supervisor.

*Please note, this role is an entry level position and does not require personal care or a personal support worker certificate*

As a Home Support Worker, you will:

• Assist with general household management including light housekeeping duties, shopping, meal planning and preparation (recognizing any diet restrictions that may apply).
• Encourage the Client in maintaining independence by supporting them to maintain a clean home
• Performs other related housekeeping tasks as indicated in the individualized written client service plan.
• Practices universal precautions and adheres to WHMIS protocols.
• Recognizes and reports safety concerns or equipment malfunction in the home environment and acts accordingly to meet the safety and the protection needs of the Client.
• Able to establish communication with appropriate sources in response to emergency
• Be conscious of the hazards in the home environment and to act accordingly in meeting the safety and protection needs of the Client.
• Observes, documents and reports any emotional or physical changes in the Client's conditions.

What you will need to be successful

• Ability to travel from home to home within the community
• Vehicle insurance and Valid Ontario Driver's License required
• A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 12 months
• Proof of a negative TB test within the last 12 months and an up-to-date immunization record
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills required; the ability to communicate in French or other languages is considered an asset
• Reliability and strong organization skills
• Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs. (16 kg)

When you join our team as a Home Support Worker, you'll belong to one of Canada's leaders in the healthcare industry with 250 locations across the country. As one of the largest healthcare networks in Canada, we're proud to be named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, Platinum Member and Canada's 10 Most Admired Company Cultures.

Join us at CBI Home Health - Because your care matters

CBI Home Health is committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe and accepted as their authentic selves. We actively seek qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives that help us innovate and provide the best possible care to our clients.

We are committed to fostering a positive experience for all Indigenous applicants whether you're First Nations (status or non-status), Inuit or Metis and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics that make each of us different.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and CBI Policies on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of our hiring process. Please inform your recruiter if you have any accommodation requests