We are looking for a competent Direct Support Professional to care for our clients in a professional and compassionate manner.It’sanoften-demandingjob as you will have to be available for most of the day and week.Butit can also be very satisfying and rewarding, since people who are ill, injured, disabled or elderly are thankful for high qualityassistance. The ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with excellent communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help clients.
Responsibilities
- Help clients take prescribed medication
- Assistclients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
- Assistclients with personal care and hygiene
- Help clients with physical therapy exercises
- Plan and prepare meals withassistancefrom the clients (when they are able)
- Do the client’s shopping oraccompanythem when they shop
- Perform light housekeeping duties that clientscan’tcomplete on their own
- Be a pleasant and supportive companion
- Report any unusual incidents
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Skills
- Proven experience as a Direct Care Worker
- Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid (CPR)
- Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
- Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
- Respectful and compassionate
- Good timemanagement skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
- Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
