Senior Companion and Home Helper

Are you....<br><br><ul><li>Passionate about helping others and giving back to your local community?</li><li>Someone who has a warm and friendly personality? </li><li>Looking for a rewarding and fulfilling role where you will be working with seniors?</li><li>A retiree, a stay at home Mom, or a part-time worker interested in a flexible job?<br><br></li></ul>If you answered yes to any of those questions, you'd fit right in as a Care Professional at<strong> Home Instead!<br><br></strong>We are looking for caring and compassionate individuals to fill a role as a Senior Companion and Home Helper and assist seniors in their homes throughout the communities of <strong>Markham </strong>and <strong>Thornhill.<br><br></strong><strong>No previous experience necessary - skills training provided by Home Instead!<br><br></strong><strong>Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Companionship and conversation</li><li>Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation</li><li>Transportation and errands</li><li>Medication and appointment reminders</li><li>Alzheimer’s Care<br><br></li></ul><strong>Benefits and Perks:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Longer visits with each client</li><li>24 hour support from caring administrative staff</li><li>Paid Mileage</li><li>On-going Paid Training</li><li>Referral Incentives</li><li>Social Events</li><li>Rewards for providing exceptional care<br><br></li></ul><strong>Requirements:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Must posses a valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and valid auto insurance</li><li>Ability to treat and care for seniors and their property with dignity and respect</li><li>Extremely strong communication skills and a passion for helping others</li><li>Complete a criminal background check<br><br></li></ul><strong>Job Type:</strong> Part-time<br><br><strong>Shifts: </strong>A variety of shifts are available including mornings, afternoons, and evenings. We have shifts available during the week and on the weekend as well.<br><br><strong>Compensation: </strong>Starting at $19.50 per hour<br><br>Apply today and help us make a positive impact on the lives of seniors in our community!<br><br>If you'd like to learn more about Home Instead, please visit www.homeinstead.com/3052<br><br><em>AI is not used in the screening, assessment or selection of applications at this time.</em>

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