Home Support Worker

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Limited Competition

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometers of Behchoko.

Department Information

The Tlicho Community Services Agency is a unique organization responsible for the delivery of education, health and social services within the Tlicho region. The Tlicho Community Services Agency's vision 'Strong Like Two People' is a metaphor for the desire by community leadership to build an organization, and create programs and services that recognize the strength and importance of two cultures.

Job Information

The Tlicho Community Services Agency (TCSA) is seeking a qualified Home Support Worker (HSW) to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care to clients of the Home Care Program in Behchoko.

Under the direction of nursing staff, the Home Support Worker supports clients in maintaining their health, safety, comfort, and independence within their homes. The HSW delivers care in accordance with established care plans, TCSA policies, and program standards, while respecting the cultural values of the Tlicho community.

The successful candidate will work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary health care team, supporting clients physical, emotional, social, mental, and spiritual well-being.

If you are committed to providing quality care and making a meaningful difference in the community, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individualized home support services to clients of the Home Care Program in accordance with TCSA philosophy, policies, and objectives

Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, mobility, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and medication support

Promote client health, safety, comfort, dignity, and independence

Monitor client's conditions and report any changes to nursing staff in a timely manner

Assist the Nurse in Charge-Home Care Coordinator (NIC-HCC) with day-to-day administrative and clerical duties related to the Home Care Program

Participate as a member of the client care team to support client's mental, spiritual, psychological, and social well-being

Maintain accurate documentation and respect client confidentiality at all times

Promote safe, competent, and ethical care practices within available organizational resources

Key Qualifications

Successful completion of a recognized Home Care Program or Personal Support Worker Program

Grade 12 or equivalent

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Equivalencies may include

Equivalencies may be considered on the basis of one year of directly related work experience in place of one year of formal education, or one year of education in place of one year of experience

All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in client's homes and within the community of Behchoko

Requires physical effort, including standing, walking, lifting, bending, and assisting clients with mobility

Exposure to a variety of home environments and weather conditions while travelling between client residences

May involve working with clients who have complex physical, emotional, or cognitive needs

Work hours may include days, evenings, weekends, and on-call duties as required by program need

The GNWT offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, and health/dental benefits in addition to relocation assistance, if applicable. For more information about living and working in the Northwest Territories. Please visit our

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GNWT Inquiries

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Tlicho HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

NISHI KHON BUILDING, 2nd FLOOR

BOX 419

BEHCHOKO  NT  X0E 0Y0

Tel (867) 392-3053

Fax (867) 392-6861

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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Term Position

This job opening is for a One (1) Year Term.

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 # 28457

Closing Date: OCTOBER 27, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $37.90 per hour to $45.27 per hour (approximately $73,905 - $88.277) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $5,536.

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