Home Helper - Casual

VON Canada

St. Thomas, ON

Number of positions available : 1
Salary To be discussed
Published on November 9th, 2024
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Description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Casual
Program Name: Home Help\u00A0
Work Schedule: Days
On Call: No

Job Summary:\u00A0\u00A0\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 wellbeing.\u00A0\u00A0

Key Responsibilities:\u00A0\u00A0\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 stabilization and assistance with walking.
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.\u00A0
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

External and Internal Relationships:\u00A0\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.

Education, Designations and Experience:\u00A0\u00A0

High school graduate.
Post-Secondary school education preferred
\u2022 Current CPR and First Aid certification is required.\u00A0
Personal Support Worker or Health Care Aide certification\u00A0an asset.
2-3 years\u2019 experience working with seniors and persons with a 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.

Skill Requirements:\u00A0\u00A0\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.

Other:\u00A0\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)

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.