Health Care Assistant

Government of Yukon ->
Health & Social Services
- Administration
- Mcdonald Lodge Location

Dawson City, YT Y0B 1G0 CA (Primary)

Permanent

Full/Part Time

Part-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

37.5

IS08

$33,014.00 - $38,177.00

YEU

As Per Rotation

0%

Open to all Candidates, Preference
- Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference
- Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit  .

This opportunity

This posting will be used to fill1 permanent part-time position with Continuing Care at Alexander McDonald Lodge in Dawson City working 37.5 hours bi-weekly. It will also be used to establish a 12‑month eligibility list, which may be used to fill future similar vacancies.

The Government of Yukon’s Continuing Care division is recognized for its high standards, delivering quality care to residents and supporting a healthy workplace for staff. Yukon’s long‑term care homes are ranked among the best in Canada, including a recent National Institute on Aging report.

Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care’s Vision: ‘Exceptional care, honoring your culture and traditions”, Mission: “Together, we offer person-centered care that nurtures well-being” and Values: “Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect”.

Alexander McDonald Lodge (AML) in Dawson City, YT is a 15-bed long-term care home that provides person-centered care to individuals who need varying levels of intermediate care support with daily living activities. Through responsiveness to each resident’s uniqueness, the Lodge creates a feeling of home and belonging for all who live there.

We are seeking compassionate, reliable, and mature individuals who are committed to supporting the wellbeing and safety of our residents. In this role, you will be comfortable assisting with a variety of daily living activities, including light meal preparation. The ideal candidate is organized, possesses strong interpersonal skills, and understands the importance of confidentiality, privacy, and treating residents with dignity and respect.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

For more information about this job, please contact KD, Resident Care Manager, Alexander McDonald Lodge at

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Pat Labuguen, HR Consultant  or

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.

• Recent experience in caring for people, preferably caring for chronically ill or elderly clients
• Recent experience working in long term care OR experience providing personal care
• Experience working with various cultural backgrounds

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

If selected for an…