The RCA is a member of the resident care team who provides direct personalized care to residents who have common well-defined nursing diagnoses.

The RCA will act as a resident's advocate and facilitates communication between the patient, family, the clinical care coordinator, the facility coordinator, and other health care professionals.

The RCA will ensure the safety and comfort, maintain hygiene, facilitate physical activity and promote the independence and mental well-being of the residents in a respectful and compassionate manner.

Knowledge of and an ability to apply basic first aide and CPR in order to preserve life and promote healing, Knowledge of the Support Pathways Model of Care and Philosophy of Care, Knowledge of and an ability to provide basic home nursing and support, Knowledge of drugs and drug interaction, Knowledge of healthy aging process, TYPICALLY, THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE ATTAINED BY: The incumbent must be a Certified Personal Support Worker or Long Term Care Aide.

Having knowledge and skills in personal care, communication, and the effects of the aging process while working as a team member can be gained with two (2) years' experience in a long term care setting. OR Certified Nursing Assistant Program, from a recognized educational institution.

Having knowledge and skills in personal care, communication, and the effects of the aging process while working as a team member can be gained with two (2) years' experience in a long term care setting. GNWT Inquiries Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information Relief Worker This job opening is for a Relief position where there are no established hours of work on a daily,



weekly or monthly basis and may be required to report to work on an as and when required basis for facilities where services operate on a daily basis throughout the entire year.

Indigenous Employment Policy Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check.

Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.

If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information Job Opening ID # 28459 Closing Date: October 19, 2026- 23:59, Mountain Time Salary Information The salary for this position starts at $37.90 per hour (approximately $73,905.00 per annum) plus a pro-rated annual Northern Allowance of $5,536.00 Application Assistance For more information on preparing and submitting your application, please visit:

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🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
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