Personal Support Worker
About the role
Who We Are
The Mikisew Cree First Nation (MCFN) operates a professional government organization that supports a wide range of programs and services across education, administration, health, operations, and community-focused departments. MCFN maintains a collaborative, service‑driven work environment where employees contribute to effective internal operations, reliable service delivery, and the day‑to‑day functions that support the Nation’s organizational needs.
Who You Are
The Mikisew Cree First Nation seeks a CASUAL Personal Support Worker (PSW) to provide high-quality care to residents at the Kahkiyow Keykanow Elders Care Home in Fort Chipewyan, Alberta. The PSW works under the supervision of the Manager of KKECH and collaborates with healthcare aides to support residents' physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being. The PSW assists residents with daily living activities, maintains cleanliness of living spaces, promotes independence, and acts as a patient advocate facilitating communication among residents, families, and healthcare professionals. The position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to care plans and policies.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work alongside Certified Health Care Aides (HCA) to enhance quality of life for the Residents Assisting Residents in the performance of daily living acitivites Maintaining cleanliness of Resident's living spaces Assist with personal hygiene care of Residents, guided by the HCA Monitor Resident's for prevention of falls Performs other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE
Grade 10, or GED
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Possess valid Class 5 AB driver’s license and own or access to a vehicle. Willingness and ability to work in Fort Chipewyan. Willingness and ability to work after hours and/or weekends when required. Willing to work flexible schedule.
Must provide and possess a clear criminal record vulnerable sector check
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a residential elders care home providing direct personal and supportive care. Physically demanding work requiring standing, walking, lifting, bending, and repositioning residents. Regular exposure to health-related hazards; strict compliance with infection control, safety procedures, and PPE is required. Fast‑paced and emotionally demanding environment requiring professionalism, compassion, teamwork, and confidentiality.
MCFN Standard Closing Statement
All applications will be reviewed, although only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Mikisew Cree First Nation is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Final candidates for this position will be required to complete a security screening, which includes a criminal background check and vulnerable sector check. kinanâskomitin (Thank you) for your interest.
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About Mikisew Cree First Nation
The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits.
For nearly 30 years, Mikisew Group, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs and infrastructure.
Our second major entity, the Mikisew Cree First Nation Government Industry Relations (GIR), was formed in 2001 to act as a liaison between resource developers, operators, government agencies and the community.
Highlights of our Nation
- About 2,800 members
- Most live in Fort McMurray, Edmonton, Fort Smith, the Northwest Territories and Fort Chipewyan
- Language: Woodlands Cree
Governance Mikisew is governed by an elected team of representatives with one Chief and six councillors. This team works diligently locally, nationally and internationally to preserve history and tradition while propelling progress. Chief and Council provide guidance and direction to our executive committee, which manages the day-to-day operations of the Nation, providing services, allocating resources, and advocating on behalf of Band members and their interests.
Chief Peter Powder Councillor Bonnie Fraser Councillor Lydia Courteoreille Councillor Ronald “Ronnie” Campbell Councillor Roxanne Marcel Councillor Russell Kaskamin Councillor Sherri McKenzie
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Personal Support Worker
About the role
Who We Are
The Mikisew Cree First Nation (MCFN) operates a professional government organization that supports a wide range of programs and services across education, administration, health, operations, and community-focused departments. MCFN maintains a collaborative, service‑driven work environment where employees contribute to effective internal operations, reliable service delivery, and the day‑to‑day functions that support the Nation’s organizational needs.
Who You Are
The Mikisew Cree First Nation seeks a CASUAL Personal Support Worker (PSW) to provide high-quality care to residents at the Kahkiyow Keykanow Elders Care Home in Fort Chipewyan, Alberta. The PSW works under the supervision of the Manager of KKECH and collaborates with healthcare aides to support residents' physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being. The PSW assists residents with daily living activities, maintains cleanliness of living spaces, promotes independence, and acts as a patient advocate facilitating communication among residents, families, and healthcare professionals. The position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to care plans and policies.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work alongside Certified Health Care Aides (HCA) to enhance quality of life for the Residents Assisting Residents in the performance of daily living acitivites Maintaining cleanliness of Resident's living spaces Assist with personal hygiene care of Residents, guided by the HCA Monitor Resident's for prevention of falls Performs other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE
Grade 10, or GED
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Possess valid Class 5 AB driver’s license and own or access to a vehicle. Willingness and ability to work in Fort Chipewyan. Willingness and ability to work after hours and/or weekends when required. Willing to work flexible schedule.
Must provide and possess a clear criminal record vulnerable sector check
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a residential elders care home providing direct personal and supportive care. Physically demanding work requiring standing, walking, lifting, bending, and repositioning residents. Regular exposure to health-related hazards; strict compliance with infection control, safety procedures, and PPE is required. Fast‑paced and emotionally demanding environment requiring professionalism, compassion, teamwork, and confidentiality.
MCFN Standard Closing Statement
All applications will be reviewed, although only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Mikisew Cree First Nation is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Final candidates for this position will be required to complete a security screening, which includes a criminal background check and vulnerable sector check. kinanâskomitin (Thank you) for your interest.
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About Mikisew Cree First Nation
The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits.
For nearly 30 years, Mikisew Group, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs and infrastructure.
Our second major entity, the Mikisew Cree First Nation Government Industry Relations (GIR), was formed in 2001 to act as a liaison between resource developers, operators, government agencies and the community.
Highlights of our Nation
- About 2,800 members
- Most live in Fort McMurray, Edmonton, Fort Smith, the Northwest Territories and Fort Chipewyan
- Language: Woodlands Cree
Governance Mikisew is governed by an elected team of representatives with one Chief and six councillors. This team works diligently locally, nationally and internationally to preserve history and tradition while propelling progress. Chief and Council provide guidance and direction to our executive committee, which manages the day-to-day operations of the Nation, providing services, allocating resources, and advocating on behalf of Band members and their interests.
Chief Peter Powder Councillor Bonnie Fraser Councillor Lydia Courteoreille Councillor Ronald “Ronnie” Campbell Councillor Roxanne Marcel Councillor Russell Kaskamin Councillor Sherri McKenzie