Relief Resident Care Aide
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 125 kilometres of Behchoko.
Department Information
The Tlicho Community Services Agency is a unique organization responsible for the delivery of education, health and social services within the Tlicho region. The Tlicho Community Services Agency's vision 'Strong Like Two People' is a metaphor for the desire by community leadership to build an organization, and create programs and services that recognize the strength and importance of two cultures.
Job Information
The RCA is a member of the resident care team who provides direct personalized care to residents who have common well-defined nursing diagnoses. The RCA will act as a resident's advocate and facilitates communication between the patient, family, the clinical care coordinator, the facility coordinator, and other health care professionals.
The RCA will ensure the safety and comfort, maintain hygiene, facilitate physical activity and promote the independence and mental well-being of the residents in a respectful and compassionate manner.
- Knowledge of and an ability to apply basic first aide and CPR in order to preserve life and
promote healing, - Knowledge of the Support Pathways Model of Care and Philosophy of Care,
- Knowledge of and an ability to provide basic home nursing and support,
- Knowledge of drugs and drug interaction,
- Knowledge of healthy aging process,
TYPICALLY, THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE ATTAINED BY:
The incumbent must be a Certified Personal Support Worker or Long Term Care Aide. Having knowledge and skills in personal care, communication, and the effects of the aging
process while working as a team member can be gained with two (2) years' experience in a long term care setting.
OR
Certified Nursing Assistant Program, from a recognized educational institution. Having knowledge and skills in personal care, communication, and the effects of the aging process
while working as a team member can be gained with two (2) years' experience in a long term care setting.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Tlicho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
NISHI KHON BUILDING, 2nd FLOOR
BOX 419
BEHCHOKO NT X0E 0Y0
Tel (867) 392-3053
Fax (867) 392-6861
jobstlicho@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Relief Worker
This job opening is for a Relief position where there are no established hours of work on a daily, weekly or monthly basis and may be required to report to work on an as and when required basis for facilities where services operate on a daily basis throughout the entire year.
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 vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
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 # 27973
Closing Date: July 3, 2026- 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary for this position starts at $37.90 per hour (approximately $73,905.00 per annum) plus a pro-rated annual Northern Allowance of $5,536.00