Job Description

Only serious applicants need apply; our clients’ health and safety depend on us. If you are uncertain about anything, please contact us first, as we are a friendly bunch!

***Please READ THIS JOB AD fully and meet the requirements before you apply; if not, your application will be rejected. If you have any questions please contact us first (Comfort Keepers Hamilton).***

Job Summary: a part-time position that is flexible for mornings, afternoons, or evenings, on any 3 days of the week (From Monday to Friday); it is a care role, just to provide company to a lovely elderly lady. The candidate MUST SPEAK ITALIAN; preference is a female candidate, as per the client’s request.

| Current Opening/Position |

Location: Hamilton (Stoney Creek), ON

Term: Due to the uncertainty inherent in this industry and in this context, the end date of employment cannot be determined at this time.

Hours: Part-time

Days:

• 3 days each week (Monday to Friday) at your convenience

Example: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Shifts:

· 3 hours per day at your convenience (Morning, afternoon, or evening shifts)

Position: Italian-speaking Companion Caregiver (Companionship role; female candidate requested)

***Role Summary: Care for an elderly client in her home;engage with recreational activities/hobbies, enjoy a conversation, go grocery shopping together, etc.

Rate of pay: $18 to $19 per hour

Location: Stoney Creek, ON (Candidate must reside in Ontario, Canada)

Start date: October 29, 2021

Dress code: Casual attire (Must comply with dress code)

| Mandatory Qualifications |

1. Relevant education

• High school diploma

• First Aid + CPR (Current and valid) (Or, your commitment to obtain emergency first aid/CPR training during first week of employment)

2. Health and safety requirements

• Willingness to apply and obtain a valid police clearance certificate (Vulnerable Sector Screening)

• Covid vaccination (Full vaccination required: 2 doses)

• Seasonal flu shots (Annual dose is required)

• Willingness and ability to wear PPE (Masks, face shields, gloves, etc.)

3. Experience

• Experience as a Companion Caregiver/PSW/HCA is preferred, but not required

• Experience working with the vulnerable sector is preferred, but not required

4. Willingness to travel

• Take public transportation (Required)

i. or driver’s Licence, insurance, and access to motor vehicle (Recommended)

5. Work ethic

• Punctual, reliable, high moral character, resolute integrity

• Professional working proficiency in the English language (oral/written/and comprehension

• Friendly, compassionate, and patient

• Diplomatic and tactful

• Proficient and efficient

• Creative, resourceful, and adaptive

• Strong problem solving and communication skills

• Strong critical thinking, initiative and creativity

• Works effectively independently as well as in a team setting

• Cooperates with management field audits; be open to constructive criticism and commit to ongoing coaching opportunities

• Demonstrates flexibility, sound judgment and cultural sensitivity in evaluating and responding to client needs

• Ability to motivate and promote resident participation in social, recreational, educational, health, and household activities

• Possesses an email address, and have access to the internet

• Possesses a mobile phone, and has access to data

We provide:

• Companionship and Homemaking Services – meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, errand services, recreational activities and companionship/conversation
• Personal Care Services – bathing, grooming, mobility, transferring and positioning, feeding, incontinence care and medication reminders
• Housekeeping Services – vacuuming, dusting, mopping and sweeping floors, bathrooms and kitchens
• Transportation Services – taking clients to doctor appointments, shopping, etc.
• We mainly service clients in their home, yet we also serve them at hospitals, retirement homes and long-term care facilities

Responsibilities and Duties

• As listed above
• Provide one-on-one care with Comfort Keepers clients
• Follow guidelines of the Client Service/Care Plan
• Ability to manage own schedule and get to and from clients on own and on time
• Participate in mandatory team meetings and trainings
• Comply with Comfort Keepers policies and procedures
• Immediately document incidents and changes in client status to management team
• Document in clients’ program files when appropriate
• Understand the operations of the emergency response system and respond professionally to all emergency situations

How to Apply

SUBMIT ALL APPLICATIONS ONLINE VIA Indeed

COVID-19 considerations:

· The interviewing process is done virtually via Zoom/WatsApp

· All eligible candidates who are applying, please look out for the interview email and call/voicemail and must reply promptly, as these job openings are time-sensitive.

General

• This is ideal for those who want relevant experience in health care/home health care
• It’s also nice for those who want to pick up extra shifts and make money on the side
• It can accommodate your work/school schedule
• We service clients 24 hours a day 7 days a week
• Shifts begin and end at all different times of the day
• Jobs can last weeks, months, or longer (Nature of this industry is all temporary work, part-time)
• Caregivers are requested to work a minimum of 2 to 3 hours, up to 12 hours per shift

Company description

Comfort Keepers’ mission is to provide our clients with the highest level of quality of life that is achievable. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care in the most professional manner possible. We are an independently owned and operated franchised business with over 500 offices internationally, and we are growing quickly across Canada. Find out more about us at www.comfortkeepers.ca.

We are seeking kind, caring & qualified individuals to provide in-home care to the elderly, and others requiring assistance.