home support worker

Minimum Requirements

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work Setting

• Work in employer's / client's home

Tasks

• Administer bedside and personal care
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Feed or assist in feeding
• Plan therapeutic diets and menus
• Provide companionship
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Certificate of Conduct
• First Aid Certificate

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Reference required

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking