The Friends
Seniors Homemaker
27 Forest Street, Parry Sound, ON
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Job details
Pay: From $18.15 an hour
Job type: Part-time, Casual. Permanent
Shift & schedule: 8 hour shift, Overtime, Day shift, Monday to Friday
JOIN OUR TEAM!
Perhaps you have cared for a family member, or have always wanted to work in the health care field; perhaps COVID-19 has disrupted your life path or, alternatively perhaps early retirement has had an isolating effect. If you think you have something to share with your community, this is the job for you!
The Friends is recruiting homemakers. If you are looking for meaningful work, we provide comprehensive training, support and an inclusive team environment.
This position assists seniors living in the town of Parry Sound with homemaking services, the goal of which is to help them remain in their homes and continue to be independent.
As an employer, we are invested in success and if desired, encourage advancement of staff.
We welcome anyone interested in exploring a career in community support more robustly. This is a perfect gateway to serve our community seniors. We offer flexible scheduling tailored to suit your life. Call us for more info 705-746-5102.
Interested in advancement, perhaps additional hours? Once employees are trained in-house, there is ample opportunity to work in other programs to provide assistance as a support worker or Independent Living Assistant.
Our on-site, internal training program along with goal driven coaching and leadership from our supervisory team, hands on training from our capable and well seasoned staff team will support your employment journey with us. We embrace a learning environment in which we are proud to help staff explore their potential. Ultimately, the result is quality care for our clients and a meaningful career path for you.
- Quality of life is our purpose.
- Teamwork, Dignity, Empowerment and Innovation are the values we live by.
Basic duties requiring a reliable vehicle at a starting rate of $18.15/hour, plus travel compensation include:
- light housekeeping such as vacuuming, dusting, cleaning kitchen and bathroom areas, wash dishes, garbage removal etc
- meal preparation
- laundry, changing bed linens
- care and cleaning of equipment
- shopping
Knowledge and Skill requirement:
- Experience working with seniors
- Understanding and commitment to independent living
- excellent physical stamina
- experience and willingness to work as a team member
- ability to work with direction and independently
- verbal/written skills
- sound judgement and discretion in confidential matters
- positive attitude
- vehicle available and valid insurance
For added info visit our website www.thefriends.on.ca
Our facebook page – The Friends supporting those with Long Term Health Care needs.
We hope to hear from interested individuals who would like to make a difference in the lives of others. Contact us anytime!
COVID-19 precautions
- NO vaccination required but preferred
- Personal protective equipment provided
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual
Part-time hours: 10 – 37 per week
Salary: From $18.15 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- RRSP match
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
COVID-19 considerations:
We provide training on use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and supply PPE.
Licence/Certification:
- driver’s licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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