Companion Worker
Position Description
Position Title: Companion Worker
Background / Qualifications
- Back Current Canadian citizenship / Landed Immigrant status or current holder of a valid work permit
- Ability to speak, read and write in English
- Bilingualism in any other language is a strong asset
- Previous related experience in private homes or institutions
- Certificate / Course in managing Responsive Behaviours or, Gentle Persuasion Approach or, in Mental Health or, psycho-geriatric experience
- Current CPR & First-aid Certificate
Key responsibilities
- Supervising and monitoring client’s Responsive Behaviours, ensuring priority to safety interventions at all times
- Keeping client in full view at all times
- Escorting client as necessary for travelling by public transport, shopping around, walk-about or to attending an appointment
- Assisting client with feeding / dressing and or, using his/her mobility devices as necessary
- Helping client carrying groceries, and any other personal items
- Adheres to Malika Home Services Companion Worker Practice Standards.
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