home support worker

Minimum Qualifications

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work Setting

• Work in employer's / client's home

Tasks

• Administer bedside and personal care
• Administer medications
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Plan therapeutic diets and menus
• Provide companionship
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• First Aid Certificate
• Elderly Care Certification
• Female Caregiver Certification

Transportation / Travel Information

• Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking