This job is no longer taking applications and is displayed only for reference.
To view current postings please conduct a new search.
Thank you.
SUMMARY: The Home Health Aide is under the supervision of the Health Services Coordinator, with overall accountability to the Director of Operations. The Home Health Aide is responsible for assisting with client personal care according to assessed medical need. The Home Health Aide is a certified position, which operates in consultation with the Community Health Nurse and the Home & Community Care case managers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* The Home Health Aide must possess a certificate/diploma from a recognized post secondary institution in the specific personal/geriatric care field.
* Possess valid CPR/First Aide and Safe Food Handling certifications and maintain said endorsements throughout the term of employment.
* Should have at least six months actual and/or practical experience with homecare services.
* Possess the skills for care coordination, individual wellness plan development and the management of confidential information.
* Have sound knowledge of how a First Nation government and service delivery is operated.
* Possess excellent communication skills both oral and written to deal effectively with Chief & Council, clientele. fellow employees, band membership and the general public.
* Possess the ability to take direction and work with minimum supervision to ensure completion of duties in a timely and efficient manner.
* Possess the skill to manage people and conflict in a variety of situations.
* Be well organized, punctual, dependable, and reliable and ensure that confidential matters remain confidential.
* Possess a valid driver's license and own a reliable vehicle would be an asset.
* Meet the insurability requirements of SGI to operate band owned vehicles.
* Submit a pre-employment drug screen test upon application.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applicants legally entitled to work in Canada need apply.
Essential Skills
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
- Health Care Aid Certificate
Specific Skills
- Provide personal care
- Feed or assist in feeding
- Change non-sterile dressings
- Administer medications
- Aid clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
Type of Clientele
- Seniors
- Elderly
- Persons with a disability
Work Location Information
- Rural community
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Work under pressure
- Physically demanding
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check
- Drug test