Updated: Jul 5, 2021
Wuikinuxv Village (Katit), Rivers Inlet
C/O BAG 3500, Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0
Admin Office Phone: (250)-949-8625
Home Care/Outdoor Elder Care
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Home Care Handy Man provides assistance with household maintenance tasks to Elders and people living with disabilities (PLWD) so that they may continue to live in their homes within the community. The Home Care Handy Man is also responsible for components of the Home Care Outdoor Safety Check and Home Care Falls and Injury Prevention programs. They will also work with the Home Care team in completing appropriate aspects of other Home Care programming. The Home Care Handyman will ensure that all duties carried out will be provided in a caring and respectful way.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide household tasks and maintenance for Elders and PLWD supported by Wuikinuxv Home Care Program
Undertake outdoor household duties such as:
Cutting, stacking and readying of firewood for indoor use;
Yard Work and routine landscaping and,
Emergency tasks (i.e. snow shoveling) in a timely manner
Undertake indoor tasks and maintenance such as changing ceiling lights, and light furniture arranging/moving
2. Provide support for falls and injury prevention programming by:
Identifying and reporting safety hazards of designated properties
Identifying and reporting need for major household repairs
Undertake light carpentry to eliminate hazards when possible
3. Deliver handyman services with a caring, compassionate and respectful
manner expected of the Home Care Program
4. Ensure that handyman care and services are provided according to all
relevant policies, procedures and regulations
5. Liaise with other community and Band services and resources to ensure
appropriate and timely access to home maintenance is involved
6. Complete and submit inspection documentation to HCN and Housing
Department
7. Submit Wuikinuxv Handy Care Service Record on a weekly basis to the
HCN
8. Monitor supplies and resources utilized in delivery of handyman services
of Wuikinuxv Home Care Program
Keep an inventory of all equipment, tools and supplies procured by Wuikinuxv Home Care Program
Ensure safe handling and storage of equipment, tools and supplies
Inform supervisor of any handyman service supply needs.
9. Assist Elders and PLWD in maintaining knowledge and activities of
traditional food procurement and preparation
10. Work effectively as a member of the Wuikinuxv Home Care team by:
Liaising with other team care providers to ensure client's safety and well-being
Communicating in a skillful and effective manner
Contributing effectively as a member of the Home Care team
Documenting daily handyman care activities in the daily service record
11. Perform other related duties as required
Education and Experience Requirements
Trustworthy with a strong work ethic
Keen desire to work with Elders and PLWD
Enjoy outdoor work in all climatic conditions
Working knowledge of light electrical, plumbing and household maintenance activities
Valid BC Driver's License
To apply, please contact:
Marlou Shaw - Health Director, Wuikinuxv Health Office
Email: health_director@wuikinuxv.net
PH: (250)-949-8625 ext. 301