Caregiver/ Companion
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
$17 to $19.50 per hour · Internship
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Job details
- Pay
- $17 to $19.50 per hour
- Job type
- Internship
- Apply by
- Experience
- 1 year previous caregiving experience an asset
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
A Career with Purpose and Heart
YOU LOVE COMING TO WORK. GROW AND DEVELOP WITH US, DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.
Happier Aging Philosophy
At Nurse Next Door, we believe that getting older doesn’t have to feel sad or helpless. Instead, aging should be celebrated. That’s what we call Happier Aging. We bring Happier Aging to everyone: ourselves, our team, our community and the world. Happier Aging starts with you.
Caregiving as a Career
We are redefining the home care industry and are a career destination in North America. We believe in Caregiving as a Career: a career that is respected, valued and offers personal professional growth opportunities.
Caregiving as a Career starts with our People Promise, entered in the belief that you can thrive at work and have fun along the way. This is what we are all about.
We form genuine relationships and support our team members to achieve their wildest dreams through leading with care, our Bold Kindness philosophy.
What We Offer
Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made throughout the recruitment process and during employment.
YOU LOVE COMING TO WORK. GROW AND DEVELOP WITH US, DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.
Happier Aging Philosophy
At Nurse Next Door, we believe that getting older doesn’t have to feel sad or helpless. Instead, aging should be celebrated. That’s what we call Happier Aging. We bring Happier Aging to everyone: ourselves, our team, our community and the world. Happier Aging starts with you.
Caregiving as a Career
We are redefining the home care industry and are a career destination in North America. We believe in Caregiving as a Career: a career that is respected, valued and offers personal professional growth opportunities.
Caregiving as a Career starts with our People Promise, entered in the belief that you can thrive at work and have fun along the way. This is what we are all about.
We form genuine relationships and support our team members to achieve their wildest dreams through leading with care, our Bold Kindness philosophy.
What We Offer
- $17 to $19.50 per hour
- Nurse Next Door People Promise, you love coming to work
- Benefits package (30+ hours worked per week)
- 24/7 support center to assist with scheduling related questions
- 24/7 assistance related to client care
- In home care with private clients
- Paid mileage ( if applicable )
- No union dues
- Provide meal preparation, light housekeeping, and/or provide companionship and personal care
- Execute on the client’s care plan as outlined by the Care Designer
- Meet the safety needs of the client and use equipment safely and properly
- Function within the limits of your own experience and knowledge, while practicing safely and competently within the job description
- Complete records and documentation accurately and thoroughly
- We service the Edmonton SW area, including Devon, Beaumont, Leduc, Grande Prairie, Fort McMurray
- Looking for all visit times: day, evening, night shifts, weekdays and weekends ( minimum of 3 hour shifts, maximum of 12 hour shifts )
- 1 year previous caregiving experience an asset
- Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English, other languages are an asset
- Current TB Screen and Criminal Record Check, both completed within the year
- Must be able to legally work in Canada to apply for this position
- Health Care Certifications ( this applies for Health Care Aide, LPN, RN positions )
- Valid Photo ID
Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made throughout the recruitment process and during employment.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Provide clients with meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, and personal care according to their care plans. Maintain client safety, use equipment properly, work within the limits of your training and experience, and complete records accurately.
Requirements
One year of caregiving experience is an asset, and applicants must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English and be legally eligible to work in Canada. A current TB screen, a criminal record check completed within the past year, and valid photo ID are required; health care certifications apply to Health Care Aide, LPN, and RN positions.
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Light Housekeeping
- Companionship
- Personal Care
- Following Care Plans
- Client Safety
- Safe Equipment Use
- Accurate Documentation
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
Benefits
- Benefits Package
- 24/7 Scheduling Support
- 24/7 Client Care Assistance
- Private Clients
- Paid Mileage
- No Union Dues
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Caregiving
- Home Health Care
- Meal Preparation
- Light Housekeeping
- Companionship
- Personal Care
- Care Plans
- Client Safety
- Equipment Safety
- Documentation
- TB Screen
- Criminal Record Check
- Health Care Aide
- LPN
- RN
- In-Home Care
- Paid Mileage