Live-in Companion and Care attendant

What You Will Do:
• Provide companionship and basic household tasks for medically stable client
• Perform basic meal preparation and light housekeeping duties such as washing dishes, taking out the garbage, doing client’s laundry. Sweeping and vacuuming within the client’s immediate living area may be required.
• Provide respite for medically stable patients while the primary caregiver is out of the home.
• Maintain awareness of patient’s abilities, current diagnosis made by medical professionals, diet, personal interests and special needs

Qualifications or Skills Required:
• Covid-19 vaccination is mandatory
• Valid Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• More than 18 months of experience in a similar role
• Compassionate individual with a passion for helping others
• Ability to interact with others in a caring, courteous and tactful manner
• Ability to speak other languages is considered an asset
• Communicate effectively following written and verbal instructions
• Strong ability to organize and prioritize workload throughout the workday
• Knowledge of medical equipment is considered an asset (blood pressure machine, oximeter, and/or the ability to learn these skills) an asset
• Ability to speak other languages is considered an asset

Work Setting:
• Working in clients home
• Client is environmentally sensitive (no perfumes)
• No smoking on premise

Call Lina at (905) 937-4296