ST. JOHN'S - MOUNT PEARL - PARADISE - CBS - GOULDS
To provide personal and practical care services for people with a wide range of illnesses and disabilities
To assist clients with getting up in the morning, dressing, undressing, washing, bathing and toileting when necessary
To assist clients with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence; and assist clients in the use of aids and personal equipment
To help promote mental and physical activity
To make and change beds; tidy rooms; do light cleaning and emptying commodes
To launder client’s clothing
To set and serve meals; feed clients if required and assist those in need; prepare meals and wash up; tidy and clear away
To conform to all policies, procedures and guidelines
To be available for work
To carry out accurately & competently, any instructions from the agency, adhering to the service plan of each client
To actively talk and listen to the client, allowing for personal choice in their own home
To ensure all home visits are as scheduled and that timesheets are signed by all clients; verifying hours of service provided
To return all relevant paperwork to the office where deemed necessary by the agency
To document clearly and concisely as per agency policy
To work only within agency policy regarding the handling of clients’ finances, ensuring accurate documentation and receipting of any transactions
To ensure full compliance with infection control procedures following the agency’s policy
To report and record any accident or incident which may occur – no matter how minor
To report back to the agency any aspect of the client’s care that you feel is concerning
To report immediately to management any noticeable changes in health, behavior or circumstances of clients; maintaining the client’s right to privacy and confidentiality
To follow service care plans for each client as prescribed by the client’s case manager
To be aware of tasks and activities that MUST NOT be completed as part of care duties. Only when delegation of function is completed with a Registered Nurse, a worker is permitted to nursing functions. Otherwise it is strictly prohibited
To advise supervisors and / or managers of any perceived problems or difficulties experienced in relation to home support services
To perform such other duties as may reasonably be required
To participate in training and regular in-service training
To make yourself available so that your work may be monitored. A performance appraisal will be completed yearly
*Valid Emergency First Aid Required
*Clear Certificate Of Conduct With Vulnerable Sector Check Required
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: $17.04-$17.73 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- On call
- Weekend availability
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (preferred)
- Night Shift (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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