Home Helper - Temporary, Full-time

Job description

Requisition Details: Employment Status: Temporary, Full-time (1.0 FTE) Program Name: Community Support ServicesNumber of Hours Bi -Weekly: 75Work Schedule: DaysAnticipated End Date: June 2026 On-Call: No Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position Job Summary: The Home Helper provides homemaking services to individuals and families in the home or at the time of discharge from hospital according to the framework of VON policies, procedures, standards and quality & risk management. The Home Helper collaborates with members of the health care team in meeting the needs of individuals to attain an optimal level of independence and well-being. Key Responsibilities: - Performs light housekeeping for clients in their home including (but not limited to) dusting, cleaning kitchen/bathroom, vacuuming, mopping floors, laundry, and errand service. - Prepares meals and completes the environmental risk assessments. - Provides companionship and conversation to the clients. - Provides medication reminders and appointment reminders, if applicable. - Observes and notifies the coordinator or supervisor of any changes to the individual's/family's h...