I am looking to hire someone who has experience and education in working with a mental health patient (developmental disability and schizophrenia NOT Dementia or Alzheimer's). I require a support work for a female patient 41 years old. She is physically self sufficient however, requires a lot support navigating everyday tasks. Ranging from daily hygienic tasks to accompanying her to community programs. The patient is a very pleasant person with no physical or verbal violent tendencies.

We require a responsible worker who will be diligent in the care as the patient is a flight risk while also being compassionate. I am looking to hire someone who has educational background or work experience in working with mental health patients. (NOT Dementia or Alzheimer's) Anyone who does NOT have this requirement, will not be considered.

Job details:
Job Type: Full-time/ Permanent
Start Date: TBD
Education: College, University or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of more than 1 year.

Experience: 3 years to 5 years in working with special needs adult with mental illness. (Client is very pleasant and has never had any encounters of violence)

Work setting:
Work in client's home

Tasks:
- Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
- Launder clothing and household linens
- Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
- Ensure client takes medication on time
- Provide companionship
- Go on daily walks
- Accompany client to appointments, classes, library and social events.
- Provide personal care
- Prepare and serve nutritious Breakfast only

Personal suitability:
Punctuality
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Patient and compassionate
Judgement
Organized
Reliability


- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
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