Home Support Worker - Jobs in Inuvik, NT

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Limited CompetitionThis job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Inuvik.Department InformationThe 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 InformationThe Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) is the single provider of all health and social services in the Northwest Territories (NWT), with the exception of Hay River and Tlicho regions, covering 1.2 million square kilometers and serving approximately 43,000 people, including First Nations, Inuit, Metis, and non-aboriginals. Health and social services includes the full range of primary, secondary and tertiary health services and social services including family services, protection services, care placements, mental health, addictions, and developmental activities, delivered by more than 1,400 health and social services staff.The Home Support Worker (HSW) is a member of the homecare team who provides direct personalized care to residents who have common well-defined nursing diagnoses. The HSW will act as a clients advocate and facilitates communication between the client, family, Homecare Nurses, Registered Dietician, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapists and other health care professionals. This will result in a holistic approach to planning, organizing, teaching, and relationship development that will best meet the needs of the residents.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of and an ability to apply basic first aid and CPR in order to preserve life and promote healing.
• Knowledge of and an ability to provide seasoned home nursing and support.
• Knowledge of drugs and drug interaction.
• Knowledge of healthy aging process.
• Knowledge of traditional healing methods as well as community and cultural norms.
• An ability to apply bandages dressings and/or splints.
• An ability to use nursing equipment (including but not limited to Hoyer Lift, Commode Tub, etc.).
• Ability to operate basic medical equipment require to assess patient vital statistics and condition (i.e. thermometer, stethoscope, blood pressure apparatus, Blood Glucose Monitor, forceps, scissors, simple suction equipment, stretchers, etc.).
• An ability to speak, read and write English (this includes and ability to follow verbal and written instruction from nursing, medical and dental personnel)
• Ability to drive (operate a motor vehicle) in order to transport themselves to and from different homes as well as transport clients.
• The incumbent must be aware of the importance of confidentiality and be able to keep personal and medical information private and confidential at all times.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:This level of knowledge is commonly acquired through the successful completion of a Personal Support Worker Program and 2 years directly related experience in a homecare setting.The incumbent must maintain current certification in CPR and Standard First Aid.The incumbent must have a valid class five drivers license and be able to complete a satisfactory criminal records check.GNWT InquiriesInquiries Only:Inuvik HR Client Service CentreDepartment of FinanceGovernment of the Northwest Territories1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDINGBOX 1869INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0Tel (867) 678-6600Fax (867) 678-6620jobsinuvik@gov.nt.caNote: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.Quick Apply

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