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Care Aide


Langley, BC, Canada .
part-time . December 6, 2021

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 - $22.00 per hour

Know someone who would be a perfect fit? Let them know!