Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Norman Wells.
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The position is located in the Sahtú, Got’ine, Regional Health and Social Services Centre and the
Sahtú, Dene Necha' Ko , Long Term Care Facility in Norman Wells. The NTHSSA is responsible
for the effective delivery of health and social services in the Sahtu Region. The geographical
area of responsibility comprises the Sahtu Region residents living in 5 communities: Tulita,
Dél¿ne, Norman Wells, Fort Good Hope and Colville Lake.
The incumbent reports to the Housekeeping Supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of methods, standards and procedures for cleaning a health facility to ensure infection control and a safe and hygienic environment.
- Knowledge of cleaning procedures, infection control procedures, chain of infection and quality assurance and accreditation standards.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
- High School Diploma / Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12)
- Experience working directly within a Health Care Facility in a capacity of either housekeeping and/or laundry services is preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360
NORMAN WELLS NT X0E 0V0
Tel (867) 587-7150
Fax (867) 587-2173
jobssahtu@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.