Home Support Assistant
- Kentville, NS, Canada
$17.5 to $22.25 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $17.5 to $22.25 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Make a Real Difference, Every Day! Be a Home Care Angel with Earth Angels in Kentville!
Are you a kind-hearted and reliable person looking for a truly fulfilling role? At Earth Angels Home Care, we've been helping seniors and others in Nova Scotia thrive in the comfort of their own homes for over 20 years, and it's a mission we're incredibly passionate about.
We're currently seeking dedicated caregivers in the Kentville area to join our team. If you're ready to build meaningful connections, offer a helping hand, and truly brighten someone's day, we'd love to hear from you. We believe in providing skilled, compassionate, and ethical care, and it's our wonderful Angels who make that possible.
As an Earth Angel, you'll be there for our clients by:
- Providing essential support with daily living, like personal care, meal prep, and medication monitoring.
- Offering a much-needed break for families through respite care and specialized dementia care.
- Lending a hand with errands and light housekeeping to keep homes safe and comfortable.
- Most importantly, being a trusted companion who ensures our clients feel cared for, valued, and never alone.
Why You'll Love Being Part of the Earth Angels Family:
We understand that you're looking for more than just a job – you're looking for a place where you're appreciated and supported. That's why we offer:
- Truly flexible scheduling: Whether you prefer mornings, days, evenings, weekends, or overnights, we'll work with you to find a schedule that fits your life.
- Competitive wages: You'll earn $17.50-$22.25 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications.
- Paid training programs: We'll invest in you, providing paid training to boost your skills and confidence.
- A supportive and supervised work environment: You'll be part of a team where you're genuinely valued and never alone in your important work.
- A comprehensive benefits package including dental, vision, and employee assistance programs to support your well-being.
We're Looking for Someone Who:
- Has a valid driver's license and reliable, insured transportation – getting to our clients is key!
- Holds current CPR and/or First Aid Certification.
- Can pass a clear criminal background check – for the safety and trust of everyone.
- Lives conveniently in or very close to Kentville, NS, as you'll be working directly with clients in that area. Our office is located in Berwick.
Ready to open your heart and become an integral part of our compassionate team? Apply today and become an Earth Angel!
INDEED CODE - #HP
More about this job
Responsibilities
The home support assistant at Earth Angels Home Care will help clients with daily living, personal care, meals and medications, and provide companionship and light housekeeping in their homes. The role also gives families a break through respite and dementia care.
Requirements
Earth Angels Home Care needs candidates with a valid driver's licence, reliable insured transportation, current CPR and/or First Aid certification, and a clear criminal background check. They must live in or very close to Kentville, NS.
Skills
- Personal care
- Medication monitoring
- Meal preparation
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Companionship
- Light housekeeping
- Errand running
- CPR
- First Aid
- Client support
- Caregiving
Benefits
- Paid training programs
- Dental and vision insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible scheduling
Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- home care
- personal support worker
- caregiver
- home support worker
- respite care
- dementia care
- personal care
- companion care
- medication monitoring
- meal preparation
- light housekeeping
- CPR
- First Aid
- elder care
- Kentville
- Nova Scotia
Perks
- Flexible hours
- Wellness program
- Paid training
Licences and certifications
- CPR
- First Aid
Own vehicle
Yes