At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to seniors in a one-on-one setting.
- Company: Home Instead, a caring community focused on supporting aging adults.
- Benefits: Flexible scheduling, rewarding career, person-centered training, and 24/7 support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in seniors' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid driver's license, communication skills, and prior caregiving experience.
The predicted salary is between 14.4 - 17.6 $ per hour.
Home Instead is hiring Care Givers in the Cochrane 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:
- Valid class 5 driver's license and reliable transportation every single day
- 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
- 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 and Vulnerable Sector 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.
Care Giver – Cochrane/Calgary employer: Home Instead Calgary
Home Instead is an exceptional employer for Care Givers in the Cochrane/Calgary area, offering flexible scheduling and a supportive work culture that prioritizes one-on-one care for seniors. With a focus on personal growth through person-centered training and career path opportunities, employees can find meaningful and rewarding experiences while making a positive impact in their community. The 24/7 call support ensures that caregivers feel valued and supported in their roles, making it a truly fulfilling workplace.
