Homemaker
Independent Living Services Simcoe County
Date: 13 hours ago
City: Barrie, ON
Contract type: Part time
Homemaker
Casual Position Available
Our Values: Care and Compassion, Empowerment, Innovation, Respect and Inclusivity
Who we are:
ILS is an Ontario Health funded not for profit agency providing support and services to adults wishing to live independently in their homes. Through our programs and services, we are able to assist adults living with permanent physical disabilities and seniors aging at home lead independent, dignified, and productive lives.
Reporting to the Program Supervisor, the Homemaker's major responsibility is to assist the Client Services Supervisor to provide a high-quality service within ILS's policies, procedures, and other operating constraints and obligations. This position will provide homemaking services including cleaning, meal preparation, laundry, etc. to promote independent living for clients living in the community. They will work cooperatively and professionally with other healthcare providers and ILS staff members to provide instrumental activities of daily living services to clients, as identified on the client's service plan and directed by the client.
Required Qualifications:
- A High School Diploma, or equivalency GED, or greater, with at least 1 year of relevant experience required.
- Previous housekeeping experience is required.
- Current First Aid and CPR Level C Certification, successful Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Reliable personal vehicle and valid driver's license to travel to and from client homes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of clients and partners in a diverse community.
- Knowledge of issues concerning physical disabilities and/or age-related conditions.
- Good understanding of chemical and equipment use
- Highly organized and excellent time management skills.
- Demonstrated client service focus.
- Demonstrated conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant health & safety legislation.
- Comfortability in using related equipment including technology (smart phone).
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of information & respect privacy laws.
- Strong ethical standards and understanding of professional boundaries.
Pay: $20.91/hourly
Benefits: Paid Travel Time & Mileage - $1,000 Signing Bonus* *conditions apply
In keeping with our continuing efforts towards greater representation, we welcome applicants with relevant lived experience and candidates with a broad reflection of identities including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), 2SLGBTQI+, age, abilities and socioeconomic background.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), ILS provides accommodation, accessible formats, and communication supports at all stages of the hiring process. We ask applicants to make their needs known in advance by contacting [email protected] or phoning (705) 737-3263.
ILS offices are located in Simcoe County. We acknowledge that the land on which we work in is the traditional territory of the Anishinaabek Nation. The Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Nations have also walked on the territory over time. We acknowledge the enduring presence of Indigenous people and are grateful to have the opportunity to be present in the territory.
Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted.
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