Yaq̓it ʔak·knuqⱡ̓i’it Hiring for Holistic Home Care Coordinator Job at Grasmere Full Time

Holistic Elder Home Care Coordinator

Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it (Tobacco Plains Band) is a rural First Nations community located near
Grasmere BC in one of the most beautiful and natural parts of British Columbia. We have an exciting opportunity and are currently seeking a regular full time Holistic Elder Home Care Coordinator.

Duties include:

1. Provides regular house keeping services for elders in accordance with an approved scheduled plan.

2. Conducts welfare checks on elders on a regular basis ensuring they are safe, healthy and comfortable.

3. May administer prescription medication or change bandages, gauzes or provide basic wound care.

4. May provide personal care for clients in accordance with an approved care plan.

5. Develops and coordinates elder social events including shopping trips, movies, swimming, cards, games, luncheons, workshops and other events designed to reduce isolation, enhance interest and interaction with others.

6. Ensures elders have access to healthy meals. Plans menus, shops for groceries, cooks, and freezes meals for use by elders.

7. Provides transportation to events, medical appointments, meetings shopping and other outings.

8. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a health care or home care role caring for elders is essential.
• LPN designation is an asset.
• Knowledge and ability to teach and provide use of traditional Indigenous protocol, traditional medicines, and Indigenous Healing methods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a care team.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with others.
• Compassionate, caring, good communication skills.
• Criminal records check including vulnerable sector.

All applications welcome. Preference will be given to Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it members and
Ktunaxa applicants.

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grasmere, BC: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

Work Location: One location