Home Helper, Home Support - Casual [VON Canada]

Updated: April 04, 2024 10:38 PM GMT

CareerBeacon

Quinte West, ON

Requisition Details

Employment Status: Casual

Program Name: Home Support

Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends

On Call: No

Job Summary

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 well-being.

Key Responsibilities
• 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... More Detail