personal support worker - home support

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate


2 years to less than 3 years


or equivalent experience

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate

Weight Handling

Between 61 and 80 kg (133-176 lbs)

Specific Skills

Shop for food and household supplies

Provide personal care

Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties

Mend clothing and linens

Launder clothing and household linens

Administer bedside and personal care

Feed or assist in feeding

Change non-sterile dressings

Administer medications

Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk

Target Audience

Adults

Security and Safety

Criminal record check

Reference required

Work Site Environment

Non-smoking

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation

Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Work under pressure

Handling heavy loads

Physically demanding

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Standing for extended periods

Walking

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Work Location Information

Work in employer's/client's home

Personal Suitability

Flexibility

Excellent oral communication

Client focus

Dependability

Judgement

Reliability

Organized

Punctuality

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