Summer Student - Personal Support Worker

• 5. Program & Operational Support
• Participate in orientation, skill-building training, and educational sessions designed for student learners.
• Assist with inventory counts, supply management, and reporting equipment or maintenance issues.
• Follow all infection prevention and control guidelines, including proper PPE use.
• Report incidents (e.g., slips/falls) or concerns about client safety to the Nurse Supervisor immediately.

• Knowledge skills & abilities
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program (preferably health-related).
• Interest in community health, elder care, nursing, or related fields.
• Basic knowledge of personal care or willingness to learn through provided training.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Respectful, compassionate, and culturally sensitive approach to client care.
• Computer literacy (email, basic data entry, navigating electronic systems).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow professional guidelines.
• Ability to speak Oji-Cree is an asset.
• Willingness to travel to remote First Nations communities.

Learning opportunities for students

This position provides hands-on experience in

• Community health service delivery
• Client-centered and culturally safe care
• Documentation in Electronic Medical Record systems
• Working alongside nurses, PSWs, and community health staff
• Understanding care planning and the role of allied health providers
• Building foundational skills for future healthcare careers

Qualifications

1. Age Requirement

Youth must be 15 years of age at the beginning of the employment period and can be up to 30 years old at the end of the employment period, provided they were 30 at the start. 2. Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or be granted refugee protection in Canada. As per Canada Summer Jobs funding guidelines. 3. Must possess a valid Social Insurance Number. 4. Ability to speak/write Cree, Oji-Cree or Ojibway is a very strong asset along with a demonstrated competence in written and oral English. 5. Knowledge of the culture and traditions of the First Nation communities Keewaytinook Okimakanak serves is an asset.

The hourly wage for this position is $17.60

Healthcare Worker I (Casual)