Top Benefits
About the role
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Fort Simpson.
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
This position is located in Fort Simpson and reports to the Facilities Manager at the Fort Simpson Health Center. The incumbent works as part of a team and is responsible for the cleaning of the facilities residence rooms, offices, public areas, washrooms, pharmacy and other rooms within the Elders Care Home. Should the incumbent not clean/disinfect appropriately, staff/patients/visitors could be exposed to infectious diseases and hazardous conditions, e.g., slipping, injury. The incumbent works throughout the facility and has contact with employees, clients, residents and the general public.
The incumbent provides operational support for routine services such as moves and changes, client assistance, cleaning supply maintenance, along with building services including waste management and damage reporting of NTHSSA facilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
¿ Ability to express and comprehend oral and written English
¿ Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize workload
¿ Ability to be flexible and adaptable to work environment
¿ Physically able to meet demands of bending, lifting, and twisting positions
¿ Knowledge and application of current procedures and protocols, e.g.-WHIMS and universal precautions
¿ Knowledge and application of safety procedures to ensure a safe environment Sensitivity to cultural diversity
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Completion of grade 12 or equivalent; 1-2 years of experience working directly within a Health Care Facility.
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.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Top Benefits
About the role
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Fort Simpson.
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
This position is located in Fort Simpson and reports to the Facilities Manager at the Fort Simpson Health Center. The incumbent works as part of a team and is responsible for the cleaning of the facilities residence rooms, offices, public areas, washrooms, pharmacy and other rooms within the Elders Care Home. Should the incumbent not clean/disinfect appropriately, staff/patients/visitors could be exposed to infectious diseases and hazardous conditions, e.g., slipping, injury. The incumbent works throughout the facility and has contact with employees, clients, residents and the general public.
The incumbent provides operational support for routine services such as moves and changes, client assistance, cleaning supply maintenance, along with building services including waste management and damage reporting of NTHSSA facilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
¿ Ability to express and comprehend oral and written English
¿ Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize workload
¿ Ability to be flexible and adaptable to work environment
¿ Physically able to meet demands of bending, lifting, and twisting positions
¿ Knowledge and application of current procedures and protocols, e.g.-WHIMS and universal precautions
¿ Knowledge and application of safety procedures to ensure a safe environment Sensitivity to cultural diversity
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Completion of grade 12 or equivalent; 1-2 years of experience working directly within a Health Care Facility.
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.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.