Home Support Worker

This posting

This posting will be used to fill 1(one) Auxiliary on Call position.

This posting is for anticipatory part- time permanent positions.

It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.

This job is based in Faro

The successful candidate is responsible for locating and securing their own housing

Our philosophy

Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care's:

Vision: 'Exceptional care, honouring your culture and traditions"

Mission: "Together, we offer person-centred care that nurtures well-being"

Values: "Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect"

Who we are

The Yukon Home Care Program provides client-focused health services in the home, improving quality of life and supporting Yukoners to live independently. Home Care offers a range of services tailored to meet individual needs, including support for acute care, chronic and palliative conditions. These services are determined through standardized assessments to assist in creating individualized plans of care; and are supported by an interdisciplinary team, consisting of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Nurses and Home Support Workers.

As an essential member of the team, the Home Support Worker delivers home care services to clients of the Yukon Home Care Program, supporting their daily living activities and promoting their independence and overall quality of life.

• For more information on this job, please contact Valerie Noble, Community Liaison Coordinator at 867-334-1203 or Valerie.Noble@yukon.ca
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Tiara Teresa, HR Consultant at 867-332-7412 or Tiara.Teresa@yukon.ca

Your benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.

• Government of Yukon's many benefits

Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

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• Yukon Life
• Working at Yukon government

Important application and job requirements

Essential qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Experience providing care in a home setting, through formal Home Care services or personal caregiving for someone in their home
• Experience providing personal care, home management, and/or respite care in a community setting

Candidates who have experiences equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above and/or are compassionate and have a willingness to help community members to age in place will be equally considered.

It may be helpful for you to review "Prepare your resume and cover letter".

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Passion for providing care for chronically ill or elderly client.
• Ability to respect confidentiality
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team
• Experience working with various cultural backgrounds

It may be helpful for you to review "The job interview process".

Conditions of employment

You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.

• TB Screening
• Vulnerable Sector RCMP Security clearance
• CPR level C (within last 18 months)
• Food Safe (within last 2 years)
• WHMIS 2015
• Valid Yukon class 5 driver's licence

Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

• Exposure to pets, second-hand smoke
• Shift work and weekends
• Heavy lifting and bending.
• Travel during inclement weather conditions may be required.

Learn more

• For help on creating your E-Recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.ca or phone 867-667-9453.