HOMEMAKER

Department: Health Services – Wellness Centre
Classification/Level: Community Service (CS-1)
Employment Status: Casual/Relief Hours

Reporting Relationship
The Homemaker will work under the supervision of the Home Care Program Manager.

Position Summary
Homemakers will provide service to clients of the Home Care Program who need assistance caring for themselves as a result of aging, sickness, disability and/or other inflictions. Homemaking may include housecleaning, laundry, meal preparation and transportation. Homemakers are responsible for ensuring that service is delivered in a caring and respectful manner, in accordance with relevant policies and industry standards.

Essential Functions
This includes but is not limited to:

Routine housekeeping activities that assist in maintaining a clean and tidy living environment for clients; thoroughly cleans and sanitizes kitchen appliances, kitchen cupboards, washes dishes, cleans bathroom and all floorings, vacuums as necessary and takes out the trash
Monitor operation of household appliances and notes and report any items requiring repair
Does light laundry or takes laundry to Laundromat and regularly changes bed linens
Efficiently maintain accurate and timely reports for effective file management
Detect and report immediately any noticeable changes to clients’ health
Maintain confidentiality in relation to all clients
Provide companionship, friendship, and emotional support.
Participate at Team meetings by providing input and making suggestions.
Ensure service is delivered in accordance with all relevant policies, procedures, and practices.
Monitor supplies and resources.
Follow the written care plan.
Carry out duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Complete and maintain records of daily activities, observations, and direct hours of service.
Attend orientation, in-service training sessions and staff meetings.
Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
Make decisions and solve problems.
Qualifications

At least two (2) years related work experience
Experience working with the elderly is a strong asset
Valid First Aid/CPR Certification

Other

Valid Ontario Driver’s License and reliable vehicle
Able to work shift work and flexible hours
Good communication skills (verbal and written)
Knowledge of the Ojibwe culture and traditions
Fluency in the Ojibwe language is a strong asset or the willingness to learn

Required Knowledge:

Knowledge of home management skills
Knowledge of principles and process for providing client and personal services, including determinants, meeting quality standards and evaluation of client satisfaction
Required Skills/Abilities:

The ability to be aware of other people’s reactions and understand why they act as they do
The ability to establish and maintain connections
The ability to identify problems and determine effective solutions
The ability to understand written and oral instructions
The ability to work independently and in cooperation with others
The ability to observe and recognize changes in clients
The ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with clients/families/co-workers
Physical and Mental Demands:
Good physical and mental health

CRC/VSS Rationale:  M’Chigeeng First Nation and its agents are in a position of trust in services to band member children and/or vulnerable adults, so a safe and secure working environment is mandatory.  Applicants must provide a clear VSS Certificate, and the CRC must have a record clear and/or dated of any convictions relating to sexual interference, sexual assault, or related charges.  The VSS must be current (30 days) and must be an original.

Homemaker
employment@mchigeeng.ca
c/o Human Resources
P.O. Box 333 M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0 (Fax 705-377-4980)

INCOMPLETE applications will not be considered. Preference will be given to Anishinabek people.
For Job Description, please contact Human Resources employment@mchigeeng.ca
Job Category: Community ServicesHealth Services
Postal Code: P0P 1G0
Job Location: Wellness Centre
Salary: ,CS-1 ($18 41 – 23 17)