Casual Community Health Worker

at  Klahoose First Nation

Occupying traditional territories that span from Cortes Island to Toba Inlet, the Klahoose Nation has existed since time before memory. Our primary village site, Squirrel Cove, is home to approximately eighty-five full-time residents who live and work on Cortes Island and in the surrounding areas. The remaining three hundred plus members reside in off reserve coastal communities in the lower mainland, and Washington State.

Why you’ll love working at Klahoose First Nation:

• Casual/ On Call position
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Friendly and collaborative work environment.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Education, Training and Experience Home Support/Resident Care Attendant/Health Care Assistant Certificate from a recognized post-secondary program; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience working within Indigenous communities is considered an asset.
• Participate in all training offered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Clear and concise communication style both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated organizational skills to effectively prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently with minimum supervision and as part of a team.
• Physically able to perform the duties of the job.
• Must possess valid BC Class 5 Drivers License and be able to obtain a satisfactory Criminal Records check.
  Kindly forward your resume and with cover letter via email to JasperBroer@klahoose.org
  Klahoose First Nation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
  For more information, check us out online at https://www.klahoosefirstnation.org