Care Giver Okotoks/Calgary

Job summary

Provide personal care and daily living support to elderly clients and people recovering from surgery, injuries, or accidents, including hygiene assistance, medication reminders, mobility support, and meal preparation. Assist with shopping, housekeeping, and activities, and report unusual incidents while responding responsibly to emergencies.

Job details

Home Instead is hiring Care Givers in Okotoks and High River area! We are looking for compassionate caregivers to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to provide many levels of support to our clients. To us, the right candidate has a true desire to support seniors in our community. Benefits * Flexible scheduling * One on One care with Clients * Rewarding Career working with aging adults * Person-centered training * Career path opportunities * Rewarding experience * 24/7 call support Responsibilities * Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly clients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating * Remind clients to take prescribed medication * Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.) * Assist with personal care and hygiene * Plan and prepare meals * Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so * Perform housekeeping duties * Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency * Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting clients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary Qualifications * Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills * Ability to perform all essential job functions * Great written and verbal communication skills, in English * Valid class 5 driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day * Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner * Available to work the same shifts each week * Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year) * Willingness to enforce health and safety standards * Supportive and compassionate * Take pride in providing high quality care * Clear criminal background check We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

What you’ll do

Provide personal care and daily living support to elderly clients and people recovering from surgery, injuries, or accidents, including hygiene assistance, medication reminders, mobility support, and meal preparation. Assist with shopping, housekeeping, and activities, and report unusual incidents while responding responsibly to emergencies.

Requirements

Candidates should have at least one year of experience in healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care, a compassionate and supportive approach, and strong written and verbal English communication skills. A valid Class 5 driver’s license, reliable daily transportation, availability for consistent weekly shifts, ability to perform essential duties, and a clear criminal background check are required.

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling
• One-On-One Care With Clients
• Rewarding Career Working With Aging Adults
• Person-Centered Training
• Career Path Opportunities
• Rewarding Experience
• 24/7 Call Support

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Housekeeping · Preferred
• Mobility assistance · Preferred
• Personal Care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Personal Care
• Elderly Care
• Medication Reminders
• Mobility Assistance
• Meal Planning and Preparation
• Housekeeping
• Shopping Assistance
• Emergency Response
• Compassion
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Health and Safety
• Class 5 Driver’s License
• Health And Safety Standards
• Valid Driver's License
• English Language
• Home Health Care
• Surgery
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Friendliness

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Caregiver
• Caregiver / Personal Care Aide
• Companions and Valets
• Personal Care Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides

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