Elder Care Job in Hamilton, Ontario

Employer: David H. Employer’s address: Oak Knoll Drive, Hamilton, ON Work Location: Macklin St North, Hamilton, ON (Reference for my parents’ home, they will be the ones receiving care) Type of Employment: Full time - Permanent Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible Job Description: •Feed or assist in feeding •Change non-sterile dressings •Shop for food and household supplies •Provide personal care •Provide companionship •Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties •Assist with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene •Launder clothing and household linens •Collect specimens •Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk •Assume full responsibility for household (in absence of householder) •Mend clothing and linens •Administer medications •Administer bedside and personal care •Prepare and serve nutritious meals Requirements: -Education: Some secondary school -Experience: At least one year of full-time experience as a caregiver or personal care attendant is required Salary: $18.30 to $20.00 hourly, 40.00 Hours per week Important Information: - The personal care attendant will be responsible for the care of an elderly couple: an 86-year old woman that suffers from Alzheimer and an 89-year old man with numerous issues related to mobility, eating, swallowing and hearing. - Schedule will be 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Wednesday to Sunday. Mondays and Tuesdays off. - Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment. Apply by e-mail to: [email protected]