Respite Support Worker - McLennan, Canada - Serenity Respite Inc
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2 weeks ago
Description
'''Duties'''- Provide respite care services to individuals in need of temporary relief from caregiving responsibilities
- Assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming
- Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals
- Monitor and report changes in clients' health status to appropriate personnel
- Assist with mobility and transfers, including heavy lifting when necessary
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
- Engage clients in recreational and social activities
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding as needed
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients
- Previous experience as a nurse or caregiver preferred
- Familiarity with medication administration and documentation
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical tasks required for patient care
- Knowledge of dementia care techniques and strategies
- Experience working in nursing homes or home care settings is a plus
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Please note that this is not a full-time position. Respite workers are typically scheduled on an as-needed basis to provide temporary relief for primary caregivers.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual
Salary:
$19.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- McLennan, AB (required)
Work Location:
In person
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