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Home support worker

Home support worker

Alternative titles: Live-in caregiver, Visiting homemaker, Home care attendant, Family worker, Home health care worker

Average Salary

$20.80

Placement Rates

What are the main duties?

  • Provide custodial care to allow patients to remain in their homes.
  • Help and assist patients with diminished autonomy during everyday activities (ambulation, eating, bathing, etc.).
  • Prepare meals and perform housekeeping tasks around the residence.
  • Interact with patients and assist with activities of daily living.

Is it right for you?

  • You want to help others.
  • You are empathetic, patient and a good listener.
  • You show good judgement in emergency situations.

Program

Institutional and Home Care Assistance
Apply now
Placement rates
80%
Job Placement Rate
10%
Pursuing further education
Duration of training

870h
9 to 11 months
D.V.S.

Institutional and Home Care Assistance
Apply now
Placement rates
80%
Job Placement Rate
10%
Pursuing further education
Duration of training

870h
9 to 11 months
D.V.S.