Badger Care Job Board
Care Aide
Langley, BC, Canada .
full-time . August 21, 2019
Description
ARE YOU...
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn?
- Willing to build a relationship, not just do a job?
- Reliable and honest, with a solid work ethic?
We are hiring in-home caregivers for a quadriplegic woman.
Shifts:
- 4 - 10 hours long
- Days, nights, and weekends available.
- Arranged around your school/life schedule.
Wages:
- $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
- Based on experience and training
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Provide in-home healthcare to a 41-year-old woman.
- Learn specialized nursing procedures.
- Gain firsthand experience in a high-acuity, non-hospital setting.
- Build close relationships with your team members.
- Enjoy direct support and training from your employer.
Responsibilities
Personal Care
- Bath, dress, and toilet.
- Transfer from bed or wheelchair.
Medical Care
- Prepare and administer oral and sub-Q medication.
- Stoma care.
- Respiratory support [suctioning and ventilator management - training provided].
Household Maintenance
- Light housekeeping.
- Track and order supplies.
- Maintain equipment.
Daily Activities
- Prepare simple meals.
- Assist with hobbies.
- Walk and care for Maggie (an adorable toy poodle).
- Attend appointments.
- Go on outings like going to the movies, shopping, or dining out.
Emotional & Physical Support
- Physiotherapy.
- Support after PTSD episodes.
- Be a shoulder to lean on and a listening ear.
NO EXPERIENCE? NO PROBLEM…
IF YOU'RE WILLING TO LEARN, WE CAN TEACH YOU.
WHAT WE'LL LOVE ABOUT YOU
You Have
- A Grade 12 diploma or equivalent (minimum).
- Excellent oral and written English.
- Exceptional time management skills.
You Can
- Work both independently and in a group.
- Manage a physical workload.
- Work a minimum of 10 hours per week.
Preferred Candidates
- You have recent experience in hospice, home health, or other related fields.
- You have a flexible schedule
- Especially if you can work some nights or weekends.
- You have a driver's license
- A novice or full license, not a learner's
- You love dogs and are excited to interact with them.
ARE YOU READY TO APPLY?
Compensation
$19.00 - $23.00 per hour