24 May
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Mikisew Cree First Nation
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Fort Chipewyan
24 May
Mikisew Cree First Nation
Fort Chipewyan
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Who We Are The Mikisew Cree First Nation (MCFN) operates a qualified government organization that supports a wide range of programs and services across education, administration, health, operations, and community-focused departments. MCFN maintains a collaborative, service‑driven work environment where employees contribute to effective internal operations, reliable service delivery, and the day‑to‑day functions that support the Nation’s organizational needs.
Who You Are The Mikisew Cree First Nation seeks a CASUAL Personal Support Worker (PSW) to provide high-quality care to residents at the Kahkiyow Keykanow Elders Care Home in Fort Chipewyan, Alberta. The PSW works under the supervision of the Manager of KKECH and collaborates with healthcare aides to support residents' physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being. The PSW assists residents with daily living activities, maintains cleanliness of living spaces, promotes independence, and acts as a patient advocate facilitating communication among residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
The position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to care plans and policies.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work alongside Certified Health Care Aides (HCA) to enhance quality of life for the Residents
- Assisting Residents in the performance of daily living acitivites
- Maintaining cleanliness of Resident's living spaces
- Assist with personal hygiene care of Residents, guided by the HCA
- Monitor Resident's for prevention of falls
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE:
- Grade 10, or GED
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Possess valid Class 5 AB driver’s license and own or access to a vehicle.
- Willingness and ability to work in Fort Chipewyan.
- Willingness and ability to work after hours and/or weekends when required.
- Willing to work flexible schedule.
- Must provide and possess a clear criminal record vulnerable sector check
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work is performed in a residential elders care home providing direct personal and supportive care.
- Physically demanding work requiring standing, walking, lifting, bending, and repositioning residents.
- Regular exposure to health-related hazards; strict compliance with infection control, safety procedures, and PPE is required.
- Fast‑paced and emotionally demanding environment requiring professionalism, compassion, teamwork, and confidentiality.
MCFN Standard Closing Statement All applications will be reviewed, although only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Mikisew Cree First Nation is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Final candidates for this position will be required to complete a security screening, which includes a criminal background check and vulnerable sector check.
kinanâskomitin (Thank you) for your interest.
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📌 Personal Support Worker (Fort Chipewyan)
🏢 Mikisew Cree First Nation
📍 Fort Chipewyan