Personal Support Worker, Home and Community Care
Top Benefits
About the role
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 50 kilometres of Deline, NT.
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
The incumbent¿s position will be in Home and Community Care (HCC) services. The Personal Support Worker is part of a multi-disciplinary team that works autonomously and
collaboratively with the team. The PSW takes direction and reports to the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Level of Knowledge equivalent to that acquired through the Personal Support Worker
certificate program offered at Aurora College;
Current CPR and Standard First Aid certificate;
Basic computer Knowledge, i.e., computer charting and email;
Ability to operate basic medical equipment; required to assess client¿s health status/condition (i.e., thermometer, stethoscope, blood pressure apparatus, blood glucose
monitor, simple suction equipment, etc.);
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The successful completion of a Personal Support Worker or equivalent Certification Program; or if no certification, must have at least 1 year of work experience with a minimum of 1000 hours providing care in a long-term care or home and community care setting and be able to
complete the PSW course within 5 years of hire.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360
NORMAN WELLS NT X0E 0V0
Tel (867) 587-7150
Fax (867) 587-2173
jobssahtu@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.
Personal Support Worker, Home and Community Care
Top Benefits
About the role
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 50 kilometres of Deline, NT.
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
The incumbent¿s position will be in Home and Community Care (HCC) services. The Personal Support Worker is part of a multi-disciplinary team that works autonomously and
collaboratively with the team. The PSW takes direction and reports to the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Level of Knowledge equivalent to that acquired through the Personal Support Worker
certificate program offered at Aurora College;
Current CPR and Standard First Aid certificate;
Basic computer Knowledge, i.e., computer charting and email;
Ability to operate basic medical equipment; required to assess client¿s health status/condition (i.e., thermometer, stethoscope, blood pressure apparatus, blood glucose
monitor, simple suction equipment, etc.);
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The successful completion of a Personal Support Worker or equivalent Certification Program; or if no certification, must have at least 1 year of work experience with a minimum of 1000 hours providing care in a long-term care or home and community care setting and be able to
complete the PSW course within 5 years of hire.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360
NORMAN WELLS NT X0E 0V0
Tel (867) 587-7150
Fax (867) 587-2173
jobssahtu@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.