Overview
VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 professionals who provide high quality, client-centred care in clients' homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Team members value flexibility, inclusivity, and meaningful client relationships.
Pay Range $17.82 - $20.41
Position
VHA's Home Support Worker is responsible for providing practical household assistance, socialization, and emotional support to diverse client groups, including adults and children, to maintain activities of daily living in the home. Activities may include cleaning, meal preparation, laundry, shopping and banking. All activities are conducted within the policies, procedures and standards of confidentiality of VHA, with the aim of encouraging independence and delaying institutionalization.
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Key Areas of Accountability
* Provides homemaking and support to clients who are ill and unable to carry out normal household routines, or activities of daily living in their homes, including cleaning, laundry, child care, etc.
* Accompanies clients on walks, shopping, attending appointments, providing companionship and encouraging client towards independence.
* Ensures that meals are nutritious and considers special diets.
* Informs supervisor of client activities, problems or changes in the care plan and compiles appropriate forms if required.
* Completes records and time-keeping protocols ensuring accuracy and timely submission in accordance with VHA policy.
* Supports safe client care through development of knowledge and skills in line with continuous quality improvement principles.
Required Qualifications
* 3 years’ experience in providing homemaking and personal support services, including care of seniors and children.
* Experience working in the community is an asset.
* Must be flexible and able to support a diverse client group.
* Ability to read, write and speak English (equivalent to grade 10 level).
* Demonstrated commitment to client and family centred care.
* Physically able to provide safe and timely client care.
* Demonstrate ability to recognize safety issues, communicate effectively and provide minor problem solving.
What makes VHA’s compensation unique?
* Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
* Compensation for education and professional development
* VHA is a leading learning organization with comprehensive orientation and training
* Mentorship and peer support
* Career development opportunities
* Employee and family assistance program
* Wellness resources
* Perks & discounts
* Staff & service provider events
* Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI
Equal Opportunity
VHA Home HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices based on merits, skills, and experience. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation and ensuring accessibility for diverse groups.
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