I am looking to hire a personal support worker for a female patient 41 years old. She is physically self sufficient however, requires a lot support navigating everyday tasks. Ranging from daily hygienic tasks to accompanying her to community programs. The patient is a very pleasant person with no physical or verbal violent tendencies.

We require a responsible support worker who will be diligent in the care as the patient is a flight risk while also being compassionate. I am looking to hire someone who has educational background or work experience in working with mental health patients.

Job details:
Job Type: Full-time/ Permanent
Start Date: TBD
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of more than 1 year.

Experience: 3 years to 5 years in working with special needs adult with mental illness. (Client is very pleasant and has never had any encounters of violence)

Work setting:
Work in client's home

Tasks:
- Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
- Launder clothing and household linens
- Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
- Ensure client takes medication on time
- Provide companionship
- Go on daily walks
- Accompany client to appointments, classes, library and social events.
- Provide personal care
- Prepare and serve nutritious Breakfast only

Personal suitability:
Punctuality
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Patient and compassionate
Judgement
Organized
Reliability


- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
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