HCA Certificate not required; Experience providing personal care in a private care setting is a MUST

About Client:
• Middle-aged male w/ physical limitations due to Cerebral Palsy
• Electric wheelchair dependent
• Sit-to-stand used for all transfers
• Lives independently in a condo building
• Keeps to himself, quiet personality
• Enjoys friendly conversation once he gets to know you
• Employed part-time w/ varying shifts
• Allergies: cats/pet dander, apple products, strong scents/perfumes

Located close to Polo Park Mall on Portage Ave Winnipeg

Tasks/Duties (included but not limited to):
× Basic ADL's (bed bath, dressing, toileting, dental hygiene)
× Assist w/ showers (reclining commode chair w/roll-in shower)
×Apply external condom catheter (training available)
×Reposition to get out of bed to use a sit-to-stand lift to transfer
×Set up comfortably in a wheelchair
×Assisting with ROM stretches/ floor pedal bike
×Basic house cleaning (laundry, vacuum/mop floors, dishes, dust/sanitize surfaces, clean bathrooms, prep cook; 2-3 meals per week as needed)

Applicant Requirements:
✓Provide current criminal record check, vulnerable sector check (Be willing to obtain if not current)
✓Disclose current place of employment (shifts currently working, length of employment, type of duties)
✓References: both personal/professional
✓Drivers License preferred; Located locally an asset (20mins or less)
✓Vaccine Records (Covid-19 /Flu shot)
✓Physically able to carry out all tasks; lifting approx. 35 lbs/16kg at times
Applicant's Ideal Qualities:
~ Reliable/Punctual; Dependable to be on time every day w/ proper communication if unavoidable or urgent matters arise
~ Empathetic; Physical disabilities come w/ many challenges. Be understanding, and when possible, respond with positive encouragement
~ Patience; willing to promote independence while assisting with daily tasks
~ Friendly; Good sense of humour
~ Fluent in English; Written & Oral
~ Trustworthy; Ability to work independently, ensuring proper quality of care in a safe environment for both client and HCA
~ Professionalism; Be respectful, provide privacy, and maintain clients' dignity whenever possible.

Current Salary $22.24/hr. Paid bi-weekly with standard deductions; Paid overtime on hours worked on a statutory holiday (Self & Family Managed Program; WRHA. NOT able to pay cash.)
Monday-Friday 6:30 am - 9:30 am
(3hrs; 5 days/wk)
First Aid & CPR Training an asset
Candidate to start after interviews, documents reviewed and position acceptance
Please email your cover letter/resume, and any other pertinent information that highlights your suitability. rkpmckay@gmail.com
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to send a message. We'll get back to you at our earliest opportunity.
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