Homemaker

POSITION:                           HOMEMAKER HOUR OF WORK:                 FULL-TIME, PERMANENT (35 HRS/WEEK) REPORTS TO:                      HEALTH DIRECTOR WAGE RANGE:                    $20 - $22/hour   POSITION SUMMARY: The Health Department, in collaboration with the Tsawout First Nation (TFN) and broader community, is responsible for increasing the capacity and sustainability of the Department and enhance engagement/ownership of the health of the TFN community. The Department develops and implements health programs that incorporate the traditions, values and strengths of the Nation.  The Health Department delivers a range of community health programs and health promotion services to the TFN community. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To provide homemaking and personal care to clients.  This position enables clients needing help to remain living at home in supported independence for as long as possible. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Meets client’s needs within a written care plan developed by the program assessors. Keeps daily records of all services provided to clients; Provides light housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and sanitary environment such as cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming, dusting and washing floors; Prepares meals and food when required; and cleans and sanitizes kitchen area after each meal; Informs the Nurse of any client emergencies or concerns; and identifies and refers situation to the Nurse that require further attention; Provides transportation to medical appointments or to shopping as directed by the Nurse Provides in-home companionship; May assist with personal hygiene activities; Monitors areas of responsibility for opportunities for improvement and innovation and works proactively to implement these; Attends departmental meetings and events as required; Participates in relevant training and workshops identified by the Home Care Coordinator to enhance program services; Ensures that service quality standards are maintained and consistently delivered in all areas of responsibility; Develops effective working relationships with clients, families and co-workers by assisting in the resolution of issues and complaints and refers them to the Home Care Coordinator when required; Presents a professional, positive and helpful attitude at all times when interacting with clients, families and co-workers; Promotes a safe workplace; ensures that all established safety procedures are followed; Carries out other duties essential to the position as directed by the Home Care Coordinator. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Experience working with elders or disabled persons an asset; Clean criminal record check required; Food Safe Level 1 certificate; Valid standard first aid and CPR certificate; Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable vehicle plus a clean driver’s abstract is required; KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to establish and maintain respectful, cooperative and productive working relationships with a variety of individuals to complete work assignments; Ability to work independently with limited direction, Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and to exercise sound judgment and discretion when dealing with sensitive issues; Ability to deal effectively and efficiently with occasionally aggressive or demanding individuals to provide or obtain information to clarify or resolve issues; Ability to following safe work procedures; Strong work ethic including the ability to take initiative; to attend work on a regular and consistent basis, and to demonstrate a collaborative approach to problem solving WORKING CONDITIONS Lifting (approximately 50 lbs); Climbing (stairs, etc.); Bending or stooping; Extended periods of standing or walking; Potential for conflict from clients, families or Nation members. OTHER FACTORS Culture/Language Respect for and working knowledge of the WSANEC culture is required. Personal Attributes The Homemaker maintains strict confidentiality in performing their duties and demonstrates the following personal attributes:  Respect, Empathy, Strength, Pride and Equality. Our Benefits package includes: Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Long-term disability insurance Life insurance Preference may be given to qualified individuals of First Nation Ancestry. Apply now and join our team!