Home Support Worker - Home Care Program - J5 St. James-Assiniboia Team

Under the general supervision of the Resource Coordinator or other designate, the Home Support Worker acts as a member of the healthcare team, assisting with basic supportive care as directed. The Home Support Worker demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the Employer and the Home Care Program.

• Previous experience with housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation preferred.

• Minimum Grade 10 education, Manitoba standards, required.

• Valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and/or willingness to travel year- round.
• Food Handler’s Certificate may be required.

• General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Effective English verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions and values is preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write French may be required.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as required.
• Information and/or training will be provided for the following:
  • Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions).
  • Regional and Program policies and procedures.
  • Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team.

• May encounter aggressive and/or agitated individuals.
• May encounter exposure to disease, blood, body fluids, pest infestation, radiation, toxic materials, noise, allergens, residual smoke, pets, pet dander, etc.
• Position involves extensive physical activities such as standing, transferring, and transporting patients and equipment handling between 10-20kg on a regular basis.
• Ability to work shift work and weekends.
• May be required to travel between client’s homes.