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Description
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The incumbent’s position will be in Home and Community Care services. The Personal Support Worker is part of a multi-disciplinary team that works autonomously and collaboratively with the team. The PSW takes direction and reports to the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Level of Knowledge equivalent to that acquired through the Personal Support Worker certificate program offered at Aurora College;
• Current CPR and Standard First Aid certificate;
• Basic computer Knowledge, i.e., computer charting and email;
• Ability to operate basic medical equipment; required to assess client’s health status/condition (i.e., thermometer, stethoscope, blood pressure apparatus, blood glucose monitor, simple suction equipment, etc.);
• Knowledge of universal precautions and how to use personal protective equipment (PPE);
• Knowledge of body mechanics;
• Must be able to assist clients with transfers and be knowledgeable on the use of transfer belts, mechanical lifts, and one-person or two-person assisted transfers;
• Knowledge of different consistencies of liquid and diets (i.e., nectar think liquid, honey think liquid, mechanical soft diet, puree diet, etc.);
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and set priorities for care as necessary;
• Knowledge of the healthy aging process;
• Knowledge of dementia and how to support individuals living with dementia;
• Ability to provide assistance with or complete personal hygiene, grooming and dressing;
• An ability to speak, read and write English (this includes an ability to follow verbal and written instruction and interpret health information accurately);
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The successful completion of a Personal Support Worker or equivalent Certification Program; or
If no certification, must have at least 1 year of work experience with a minimum of 1000 hours providing care in a long-term care or home and community care setting and be able to complete the PSW course within 5 years of hire.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
9602 100 STREET
BOX 240
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
Tel (867) 695-7233
Fax (867) 695-3254
jobsdehcho@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Affirmative Action
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Immunization Status
The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.
Driver's License Requirement
A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 25095
Closing Date: MAY 21, 2024 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $34.20 per hour to $40.85 per hour (approximately $66, 690 - $79, 658) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $12, 839.