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VON Canada

Home Helper - Casual

VON Canada

Napanee, ON

  • Number of positions available : 1

  • To be discussed

  • Starting date : 1 position to fill as soon as possible

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Requisition Details:\u00A0\u00A0
Employment Status:\u00A0Casual
Program Name: Home Help
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends (Variable)
On Call:\u00A0No\u00A0
Job Summary:\u00A0
The Home Helper provides homemaking services to individuals and families in the home or at the time of discharge from hospital according to the framework of VON policies, procedures, standards and quality & risk management. The Home Helper collaborates with members of the health care team in meeting the needs of individuals to attain an optimal level of independence and well-being.\u00A0

Candidates may be required to travel to surrounding areas\u00A0
Key Responsibilities:\u00A0
  • Performs light housekeeping for clients in their home including (but not limited to) dusting, cleaning kitchen/bathroom, vacuuming, mopping floors, laundry, and errand service.
  • Prepares meals and completes the environmental risk assessments.
  • Provides companionship and conversation to the clients.
  • Provides medication reminders and appointment reminders.
  • Observes and evaluates the individual's/family's home, personal situation and client/family care plan.
  • Contributes to the development (with the help of the Coordinator) of the care plan.
  • Communicates verbally with appropriate members of the health team regarding the management of the client's/family's homemaking, physical, and emotional needs.
  • Adheres to the VON standards for conduct and behavior and upholds VON's Core Values\u00A0
External and Internal Relationships:\u00A0
  • Engages frequently with the Clients, Client\u2019s family members and Home Support Coordinator on any needed changes to client plans and other relevant information.\u00A0
Education, Designations and Experience:\u00A0
  • High school graduate.
  • Post-Secondary school education preferred.
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification is required..
  • 2-3 years\u2019 experience working with children, seniors and person with disability.
  • Household management or professional customer service experience preferred.
  • Experience working for a professional cleaning services organization preferred.
  • Experience working with people from different social and economic environments preferred.\u00A0
Skill Requirements:\u00A0
  • Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Good assessment skills.
  • Awareness of community resources.
  • Ability to take direction, as well as to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.\u00A0
Other:\u00A0
  • Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver\u2019s license and proof of vehicle insurance
  • Willingness to travel regularly during the day as well as periodically overnight(s) to support sites and attend meetings
  • A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required
  • A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
  • Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Hand movements.\u00A0
Cet article est disponible en\u00A0fran\u00E7ais. Pour en demander une copie, veuillez t\u00E9l\u00E9phon\u00E9 notre emplacement VON Kingston, num\u00E9ro (613) 634-0130.\u00A0

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