Home-care worker
Employer: Private Family – Cheng & Feng
Location: Newmarket, ON L3X 2W6
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time (32–40 hours per week)
Start Date: September 1, 2026
End Date: December 31, 2027 (with the possibility of extension for an additional year)
Working Hours: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Thursday; occasional work on Fridays and/or weekends may be required
Compensation: $21.00 per hour
About the role
We’re seeking a skilled Home-care workerto provide safe, respectful, and person-centred care to a Chinese-speaking elderly male in a non-smoking, scent-free home environment.
What you’ll do
- Provide day-to-day support to our elderly father, helping him with daily routines as needed.
- Assist with walking and mobility, as he has difficulty with balance due to a leg condition; help prevent falls and ensure safety at home.
- Support simple exercises or stretching as recommended, and encourage him to stay active.
- Prepare and serve home-style meals based on his preferences and dietary needs.
- Remind him to take medications on time as instructed by family or healthcare providers.
- Observe and report any changes in his condition, mood, or appetite to the family.
- Provide companionship, including chatting, spending time together, and keeping him engaged in daily activities.
- Accompany him to medical appointments or short outings when needed.
- Help with light household tasks related to his care, such as cooking, laundry, and keeping his living area clean and safe.
- Maintain a calm, clean, and comfortable home environment to support his well-being.
What you bring
- Experience: At least 1 year of senior care in home or community care.
- Education: No formal degree/diploma required.
- Credentials (required):
- Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate
- CPR and First Aid Certificates
- Language:
- English.
- Mandarin (the senior only speaks Mandarin). If you don’t speak Mandarin but have a practical communication plan, you’re still encouraged to apply.
- Personal suitability: Punctual, reliable, organized, excellent oral communication, honesty
Work environment
- On-site only (no remote option)
- Non-smoking, scent-free home
How to apply
- Via Job Bank: Job ID 3527267: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/jobsearch/jobposting/49092844?source=searchresults
- Email your resume to bianka.wycheng@gmail.com (Kindly indicate your current status in Canada in your application.)
Please be prepared to provide:
- Copies of PSW, CPR, and First Aid certificates
- Proof of related work experience (e.g., reference letters)
- Criminal record check may be requested
