Home Support Worker

Job summary

Provide non-medical in-home support, including companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, and respite for family caregivers. Follow individualized care plans, protect clients' dignity and privacy, communicate with families and management, and promptly report changes in clients' conditions.

Job details

Home Support Worker / Caregiver (Casual, On-Call) Company: Golden Horizons Care Services Inc. Location: Saskatoon, Warman, Martensville, Dalmeny, and surrounding areas, Saskatchewan Employment Type: Casual / On-Call Compensation: Competitive hourly rate, discussed during the interview About Us: Golden Horizons Care Services Inc. is a locally owned, women-led company providing compassionate, reliable, and personalized non-medical, private-pay home care services to seniors and adults of all ages living with illness, injury, or disability. Our mission is to promote independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life while helping individuals remain comfortable in their own homes. We are building a dedicated team of caregivers who share our commitment to respectful, culturally sensitive, and person-centred care. Position Summary: We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Home Support Workers / Caregivers to join our growing team. In this role, you will provide non-medical support to clients in their homes, assisting with everyday activities, companionship, and personal care based on individual needs and established care plans. Success in this position means building trusting relationships with clients and their families, delivering consistent and respectful care, maintaining professional boundaries, and supporting clients' independence and well-being. As part of Golden Horizons Care Services Inc., you will play an essential role in helping us establish a trusted reputation for quality home care throughout our communities. Responsibilities Provide compassionate companionship, emotional support, and meaningful social interaction. Assist clients with activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting, as appropriate to training and assigned care plans. Support safe mobility and daily routines within the caregiver's training and abilities. Perform light housekeeping duties, including laundry, tidying, and maintaining a clean, comfortable environment. Assist with meal preparation and basic household tasks. Provide medication reminders without administering medications. Accompany clients to appointments, grocery shopping, and community activities when scheduled and authorized. Provide respite support to family caregivers. Follow individualized care plans while respecting client preferences, privacy, dignity, and cultural backgrounds. Communicate professionally with clients, families, and management. Promptly report concerns or changes in a client's condition to management. Maintain confidentiality and comply with company policies, safety procedures, and professional standards. Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, empathy, and professionalism during every client visit. Qualifications Required: Compassionate, patient, respectful, and dependable approach to caregiving. Strong interpersonal, verbal communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and follow established care plans. Ability to complete a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check. Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain certification. Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle. Ability to travel to clients' homes within our service areas. Flexible availability for casual and on-call assignments. Preferred Assets: Previous experience providing home care, senior care, disability support, or personal care. Continuing Care Assistant (CCA), Health Care Aide (HCA), or related training. Experience supporting individuals living with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or mobility limitations. Knowledge of safe caregiving practices and infection prevention. Additional language skills and experience supporting individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. What We Offer Flexible casual and on-call scheduling based on client needs. Competitive hourly compensation. Training and guidance to support your responsibilities. A respectful, inclusive, and supportive work environment. Opportunities for additional hours as our company grows. The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families in your community. Please note: This is a casual, on-call position. Hours are based on client bookings and are not guaranteed. How to Apply If you are passionate about providing compassionate care and supporting people in maintaining their independence and dignity at home, we encourage you to apply. Complete our online employment application form: https://golden-horizons.ca/#careers Golden Horizons Care Services Inc. Supporting Independence. Honouring Dignity. Delivering Compassionate Care. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our values of compassion, respect, inclusion, and professionalism.

What you’ll do

Provide non-medical in-home support, including companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, and respite for family caregivers. Follow individualized care plans, protect clients' dignity and privacy, communicate with families and management, and promptly report changes in clients' conditions.

Requirements

Applicants must be compassionate, dependable, organized, able to work independently, and able to follow care plans; they must also pass criminal record and vulnerable sector checks. A valid driver's licence, reliable vehicle, travel within the service area, flexible on-call availability, and current First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain it are required.

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling
• Training And Guidance
• Supportive Work Environment
• Opportunities For Additional Hours

Listed skills

• Organization · Preferred
• Reliability · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Personal Care · Preferred
• Infection Prevention · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Companionship
• Personal Care
• Activities Of Daily Living
• Safe Mobility Support
• Light Housekeeping
• Meal Preparation
• Medication Reminders
• Respite Care
• Communication
• Organization
• Following Care Plans
• Confidentiality
• Infection Prevention
• Dementia Support
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Reliability

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services