Caregiver Personal Assistant

Silver Touch Home Care are looking for a competent Caregiver to care for our clients in a professional and compassionate manner. It’s an often demanding job as you will have to be available for most of the day and week. But, it can also be very satisfying and rewarding, since people who are ill, injured, disabled or elderly are thankful for high quality assistance. The ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with excellent communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help clients. Responsibilities: •Help clients take prescribed medication •Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.) •Plan and prepare meals •Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop •Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own •Be a pleasant and supportive companion •Report any unusual incidents •Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency Requirements: •Experience as a caregiver is not necessary and we can train a right person •Excellent knowledge of emergency response •Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints •Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards •Respectful and compassionate •Good time management skills •Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills •Strong ethics •Physical endurance •High school diploma or equivalent •Must be at least 18 years of age •Valid driver's license with a registered vehicle that is insured •Ability to pass a background check •Ability to read and speak English •Proven ability to behave with respect and compassion •Possess a professional and upbeat attitude