Job Description
Program/Dept: Home and Community Care
Reports To: Home and Community Care Nurse Supervisor
Type of Employment: Full-time Permanent
Wage: $22.66 – $28.18
Hours of Work: 20 – 37.5 hours per week
The Personal Support Worker (PSW), supervised by the Home and Community Care Nurse Supervisor, provides care to seniors, persons with disabilities and persons with chronic illness. Care is generally in Client’s home but may be in other locations.
Qualifications
- Personal Support Worker certificate from an approved educational institute.
- Certificate in Palliative Care, Mental Health, and Motivational Interviewing considered an asset.
- Previous experience with clients, who are elderly, disabled or having chronic illness considered an asset.
- Awareness of health issues specific to First Nation, elderly and persons with disabilities.
- Knowledge/proficiency with computers, software and communication technology.
- Valid CPR and First Aid
- Food Handler Certification
- Current negative Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
- Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence
- Current immunization record and TB Test
Equivalencies that include a combination of education and experience may be considered.
How to Apply
Submit cover letter – must address the qualifications outlined with resume.
Drop off or mail to: Administration Office, Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, 135 Lakeshore Blvd. Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario, N0H 2T0. Identify position applied for on outside of the envelope. Fax: 519.534.2130 E-mail: employment@nawash.ca For more information or to obtain a copy of the job description, please visit our website https://www.nawash.ca/employment-opportunities/ or by call the Band Office at 519.534.1689
· All applications are appreciated, however, only those selected to interview will be contacted. We strive to provide current CNUFN Employees and CNUFN Band Members with correspondence in regards to the status of their application/candidacy
· Preference will be given to CNUFN Band Members and those of Aboriginal decent who identify at time of application
· While COVID-19 vaccinations are not currently mandatory, they are encouraged for the safety of all employees, clients and community as a whole; a policy is in place, and accommodations are provided for those unvaccinated
· Due to the nature of positions, a recent acceptable Criminal Record and or Vulnerable Sector Check may be requested and paid by the Employer
