Personal Care Attendant

2 days ago

West Vancouver BC VS R, Canada JJ Nails Spa Full time $50,900 - $101,800 per year

Job Title: Personal Care Attendant (Home Support Worker)

Location: 965 Fairmile Road, West Vancouver, BC, V7S 1R4

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Vacancies: 1

Start Date: As soon as possible

Wage: Starting at $24.50/hour (negotiable based on experience)

Hours: 30–40 hours per week

Job Introduction

I am looking to hire a compassionate and reliable Personal care attendant to support my elderly mother in our home in West Vancouver.

She is recovering from a stroke and requires daily assistance. Due to weakness on the right side of her body, she cannot walk independently and uses a wheelchair. She needs help with transfers and safe movement around the home.

My mother also has aphasia, which affects her ability to communicate. Because of this, we need someone who is patient, gentle, and able to communicate clearly. She requires consistent, safe, and supportive care with her day-to-day activities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

  • High school completion or equivalent experience

  • Training in Health Care Aide, Personal Support Work, or a related field is an asset

  • Valid First Aid Certificate is an asset

Experience

  • Experience caring for seniors or individuals needing daily assistance is an asset

  • Experience supporting someone recovering from a stroke is an asset

  • On-the-job training will be provided to learn the patient's specific care needs.

Language : English

Skills

  • Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills

  • Ability to assist with mobility and safe transfers

  • Understanding of personal hygiene support

  • Reliability and attention to safety

Work Setting

  • Work in the employer's home

  • One-on-one care for an elderly female recovering from a stroke

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Help the patient with daily personal needs such as grooming, toileting, and ensuring comfort while resting in bed or moving around the home.

  • Give medications according to the schedule and instructions provided by the healthcare professional or family, and remind the patient when it is time to take them.

  • Support the patient with showering or sponge baths, choosing appropriate clothing, and maintaining overall cleanliness.

  • Help the patient perform gentle exercises, support them when walking or transferring, and use mobility aids safely.

  • Prepare simple meals or snacks and provide assistance with feeding when needed to ensure proper nutrition.

  • Spend time talking with the patient, offering comfort, engaging in simple activities, and helping reduce feelings of loneliness.

  • Keep the patient's living area clean by doing tasks such as laundry, tidying rooms, washing dishes, and maintaining a safe environment.

  • Help the patient follow their daily schedule, including medication times, meals, therapy exercises, rest periods, and other essential activities.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are a caring and dedicated individual who wants to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume through:

  • This job site, OR

  • Email:

Note: Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From $24.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Work Location: In person

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