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Caregiver
Part Time • Ottawa
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Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
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Job Summary
As a Caregiver with Assisting Hands Home Care in Ottawa, Ontario, you will be an essential part of a team dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centered support to elderly and disabled clients in their homes. Your primary responsibility is to ensure each client’s comfort, safety, and independence while fostering a dignified, respectful environment. You will assist clients with daily living activities and provide companionship, emotional support, and reliable care.
Job Summary
As a Caregiver with Assisting Hands Home Care in Ottawa, Ontario, you will be an essential part of a team dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centered support to elderly and disabled clients in their homes. Your primary responsibility is to ensure each client’s comfort, safety, and independence while fostering a dignified, respectful environment. You will assist clients with daily living activities and provide companionship, emotional support, and reliable care.
Key Responsibilities
- Personal Care: Assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and other aspects of personal hygiene.
- Mobility Support: Help clients with mobility and transfers, using safe handling techniques and assistive devices as needed.
- Nutritional Support: Provide nutritional support to clients as needed
- Medication Assistance: Remind and assist clients with their medications, ensuring adherence to care plans (training provided).
- Household Assistance: Perform light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other domestic tasks.
- Companionship: Engage clients in meaningful activities and conversation to reduce isolation and provide emotional support.
- Health Monitoring: Observe and document any changes in clients’ health and report to the care coordinator or supervisor.
- Transportation: Provide or arrange transportation for appointments, errands, and outings, if required.
- Emergency Response: Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies, following agency protocols to ensure client safety.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent; certification as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) or equivalent training preferred.
- Experience: Previous experience in caregiving, healthcare, or a related field is an asset but not required.
Skills:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to client care.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
- Basic understanding of medical terminology and health care procedures (training provided).
Certifications:
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Check or Criminal Background Check.
- Up-to-date vaccinations, including COVID-19 and influenza.
- Proof of tuberculosis (TB) clearance, either through a recent negative test or chest x-ray as required by provincial regulations.
- Valid Ontario driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred
Working Conditions:
- Physical demands may include lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying items up to 20 lbs.
- Flexible hours may be required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on client needs.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications.
- Paid training opportunities and continuous professional development.
- Supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Flexible work schedules to accommodate personal commitments.
Why Join Us?
At Assisting Hands Home Care, we believe that caregiving is more than a job - it’s a mission to help others live fulfilling, independent lives in the comfort of their homes. Join us to make a meaningful impact in your community with a team that values respect, compassion, and quality care.
At Assisting Hands Home Care, we believe that caregiving is more than a job - it’s a mission to help others live fulfilling, independent lives in the comfort of their homes. Join us to make a meaningful impact in your community with a team that values respect, compassion, and quality care.
Application Process:
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
About Assisting Hands Home Care
Assisting Hands®️ Home Care provides compassionate, dependable in-home care that helps individuals remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their own homes. Our care is rooted in dignity, respect, and personalized support, allowing clients to maintain their quality of life where they feel happiest.
Assisting Hands®️ Home Care is known for its high standards and commitment to excellence. Our caregivers are reliable, compassionate, and dedicated to providing care that builds trust and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
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