Live-in caregiver – seniors

Wiidookodaadiwin Services Ltd. based in Kamloops, BC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Live-in caregiver – seniors. Wiidookodaadiwin Services Ltd. is a company dedicated to providing support and services to Indigenous communities. Wiidookodaadiwin offers resources that promote well-being, education, and community development. The company strives to foster positive change and provide opportunities that reflect cultural values and traditions, while addressing the unique needs of the communities it serves. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Wiidookodaadiwin Services Ltd.
Position: Live-in caregiver – seniors
No of Vacancies: 6
Salary: $355.00 to $455.00 daily (To be negotiated) for 72 to 120 hours bi-weekly
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: Kamloops, BC
Target audience: Adolescents, Over 12 Years, Persons with an Intellectual Disability, School Age (6 – 12 Years) and Young Adults

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as other Trades Certificate or Diploma, Human Services, General and Social Work, Other
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 2 years
Credentials: CPR Certificate, First Aid Certificate and Personal Support Worker Certificate
Security and safety: Criminal Record Check and Reference Required

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be able to handle bending, crouching, kneeling, and a combination of sitting, standing, and walking
• The candidates should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, manage repetitive tasks, and walk for extended periods
• The candidates should be able to work under pressure

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should be punctual, focus on clients, and be dependable
• The candidates should have efficient interpersonal skills, communicate orally with excellence, and be flexible
• The candidates should show initiative, demonstrate good judgment, and be organized
• The candidates should be reliable, work effectively as a team player, and be patient
• The candidates should be honest

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to administer medications, assist clients in water (i.e. pool), and assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• The candidates should be able to launder clothing and household linens, perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties, and plan therapeutic diets and menus
• The candidates should be able to provide companionship, shop for food and household supplies, and prepare and serve nutritious meals
• The candidates should be able to take children to and from school and to appointments, co-ordinate recreation activities, and provide suicide and crisis intervention
• The candidates should be able to participate in staff meetings

Benefits:

• The candidates will get dental plan, health care plan, vision care benefits, life insurance, free parking available, learning/training paid by employer and other benefits

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume, Cover Letter and References Attesting Experience) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

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