Continuing Care Worker - Jobs in Gjoa Haven, NU

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Community:Gjoa HavenReference number:10-507362Type of employment:IndeterminateType of Employment 2:This employment opportunity is restricted to Nunavut Inuit who reside in Gjoa Haven only.Union Status:This position is included in the Nunavut Employees UnionSalary:$65,894.00 per year, 40 hours/weekNorthern Allowance:$26,345.00 per yearNo staff housing availableClosing Date:Friday, August 5, 2022 - 11:59pmThis employment opportunity is restricted to Nunavut Inuit who reside in Gjoa Haven only.Please note that COVID-19 immunization is a mandatory condition of employment. In addition, travellers via air and rail require proof of COVID-19 immunization. Submit proof of COVID-19 immunization with your application.Reporting to the Manager Continuing Care Centre, the Continuing Care Worker will enable residents to experience an optimal quality of life during their stay at the facility. The Continuing Care Worker provides care to the residents as identified on the resident’s plan of care. This position will enable residents requiring continuing care to access these services within Nunavut. The position requires shift work, including weekends and statutory holidays, as the facility operates on a 24/7 basis year-round.The Continuing Care Worker participates in and/or organizes the delivery of therapeutic programs and social activities; perform specialized tasks or activities such as rehabilitative exercises and palliative care when delegated; translate and interpret to facilitate dialogue between residents and professional staff; assist residents and families during admission by orientating them to the facility, introducing them to other residents and staff by answering or seeking answers to their questions; upon discharge or transfer, ensure residents belongings are packed; comply with facility policies and procedures including Workplace Occupational Health & Safety and Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures; record data appropriately, accurately, completely and in a timely manner to ensure clear and accurate resident records ensures all resident, family and program information, records and communication are treated with confidentiality; use telehealth to liaise with rehabilitation professionals and others; seek assistance and guidance when unable to safely perform care identified in the resident’s care plan; perform a variety of custodial tasks to maintain a safe and homelike environment for residents and their families; advocate for residents; recognize own abilities and seek assistance/clarification when needed; attend in-service education in order to keep informed of new knowledge, skills and facility updates; seek opportunities for professional growth and enhancement of competencies; identify and report unsafe situations; and other duties as required.The incumbent should have current CPR and First Aid Certification and have Completed Grade 8. However, preference will be given to graduates from a Continuing Care Worker program or equivalent (Equivalencies may include: completion of first year BScN program, LPN’s who have let their licenses lapse, etc.).This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to hrkitikmeot@gov.nu.ca. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of Nunavummiut. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit.
• Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Nunavut Priority Hiring Policy.
• Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
• Eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.
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• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Contact:Department of Human Resources (Cambridge Bay)Government of NunavutP.O. Box 2375Cambridge Bay, Nunavut X0B 0C0Phone: 867-983-4058Toll free: 1-866-667-6624Fax: 867-983-4061Email: hrkitikmeot@gov.nu.cawww.gov.nu.ca/human-resourcesQuick Apply

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