Summary Direct Support Professional in the Kootenay Region
Find key facts and figures about working as a Direct support professional. The following information is applicable to all Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations (NOC 44101).
Description
Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations, provide personal care and companionship for seniors, persons with disabilities and convalescent clients. They provide care in the client's residence, where they may also reside. They are employed by home care and support agencies, private households, or they may be self-employed.
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Requirements
High school or specific training
This occupation usually requires a secondary school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training.
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Wages
$62.50/hour
Median wage in British Columbia
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Prospects
Moderate
The job prospects are fair in British Columbia
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Jobs
4 jobs
advertised in British Columbia
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Competencies
- Monitoring
- Time Management
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Management of Material Resources
- Coordinating
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