The Homemaker reports to the Community Services Manager and is responsible for providing home making services for Elders/ Clients in Ty-Histanis/Esowista. A homemaker encourages healthy support to clientele, and does require some physical demanding tasks. A homemaker represents an important enhancement to Elder and Client care, a dynamic, enthusiastic, and reliable individual committed to home services is a key.
Duties and Responsibilities
➢ To provide professional homemaking services to pre-approved Nation members as directed by the Manager of Community Services;
➢ Maintain cleaning duties based on the evaluation provided by Tla-o-qui-aht CHS Dept. Duties may include but are not limited to; vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dish washing, dusting, cleaning and disinfecting the bathrooms, kitchen area, laundry and overall upkeep and tidying of the centre and area.
➢ To establish a professional working relationship with the client(s) and follow a cleaning schedule, based on the evaluation.
➢ To perform assigned duties and responsibilities with respect for client (s) privacy and confidentiality; adapt to a variety of situations; and respect and accept different values and standards of living.
➢ To maintain a record of hours and duration of service for each client (s); record services provided at each visit; report incidents; provide time sheets as per Nation Policy
➢ Conduct all work in accordance with safety procedures.
Must have the ability to perform outlined cleaning tasks with minimum supervision.
➢ Must possess physical ability to perform all cleaning/ janitorial tasks.
➢ Must be self motivated.
➢ Must have the ability to perform outlined tasks in required time.
➢ To be able to maintain a record of your hours and report and record services that were provided
➢ One to three years’ experience in a homemaking or homesupport environment / field.
➢ Aboriginal organization or community work experience is an asset
➢ First Aid certification is an asset
➢ Good communication and interpersonal skills
➢ Class 5 Driver’s License is an asset
➢ Must provide Criminal Record Check upon selection
Submit your resume, covering letter, and references to: Ted Adnitt – Chief Executive Officer PO Box 18 Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 Email: jobs@tla-o-qui-aht.org Fax: 250.725.3352
Or drop at the office in a sealed envelope at #1119 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino BC