Home Support Worker - Central

Home Support Workers help with activities of daily living, managing everyday tasks for people who are faced with health-related issues or aging or isolation. This position provides the opportunity to work towards Personal Support Worker certification. The position involves meal planning and preparation, escorting to medical appointments, escorting to social events, medication reminders, light housekeeping and laundry, watchful companionship and friendly visiting.

Requirements

• Experience working with the elderly in a community setting
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with limited direction
• Exercise good judgment, problem-solving skills
• Available for after-hours and weekend shifts and holidays
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Knowledge of the First Nation cultural values and traditions and ability to speak Ojibway is an asset
• Ability to meet the physical demand of the position is required
• Must have a valid drivers' license and access to a personal vehicle

Benefits

• Extended Health Benefits paid
• More consistent work schedule to ensure staff have adequate time off to ensure work / life balance
• Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, electronic medical record system, cell phone)
• Company vehicle availability; mileage covered as per organization policy
• Family orientated work environment
• High rated staff satisfaction work environment; priority on provider and client experience
• Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People