Personal Support Worker, Long Term Care - Multiple Positions
Job Summary
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
The incumbent's position is located within the Fort Simpson Elder Care Home within Fort Simpson. The facility is connected to the Fort Simpson Health Centre. The incumbent reports directly to the Nurse in Charge (NIC). The incumbent is one of 6 Personal Support Workers(PSW); 5 Relief Personal Support Worker (RPSW), and 6 Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN's) who provide 24 hour culturally sensitive care to residents of the 18 bed LTC facility.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of and an ability to apply standard first aid and CPR in order to preserve life and promote healing,
Knowledge of and an ability to provide basic 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.).
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The successful completion of a Personal Support Worker or Continuing Care Assistant certification program or equivalent education and experience.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2nd Floor, Chief Baptiste Cazon Building
9802 98 Avenue
BOX 290
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
Tel (867) 288-0334
Fax (867) 695-3100
jobsdehcho@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Term Position
This job opening is for a 1 Year Term.
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Immunization Status
The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27890
Closing Date: JUNE 2, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $37.90 per hour to $45.27 per hour (approximately $73, 905 - $88, 277) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $11, 968.
Application Assistance
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