Family caregiver (NOC 44101) – DLCOD Ltd

Job posting advertised

Position: family caregiver

Employer: DLCOD Ltd

Job details

• Location: 115 Kinlea Link, NWCalgary, ABT3R 0C3
• Work location: On site
• Salary:$20.00 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment Full time
• Early morning, Evening, Morning, To be determined, Day
• Starts as soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1 vacancy
• Source: Job Bank #3604762

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

 Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Employer’s home

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assist with daily personal care routines, including feeding, bathing, and

dressing.

• Provide companionship and emotional support, including engaging in conversation

and recreational activities.

• Engage in activities that promote physical health and social interaction.

• Implement strategies to manage behavioral challenges and prevent escalation.

• Administer medication as prescribed by healthcare professionals

Additional requirements

Looking for a family caregiver for a 15-year-old boy with autism Level 3, minimally verbal.

Experience with Augmentative Assistive Communication Devices and behaviour management is a definite asset.

A large amount of time will be spent on outdoor walks/hikes, during all seasons.

A driver’s license is required.

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Persons with a disability

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Patience
• Honesty

Employment groups 

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth

How to apply

By email

lau_lacavex@yahoo.ca

What you must include in your application:

• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
  • Do you have experience working in this field?