Government of Yukon·Carcross, Yukon
Provide home support services to Yukon Home Care Program clients to promote optimum level of functioning in skills/activities of daily living and quality of life.
Perform safety cleaning.
Provide respite.
Prepare meals.
Provide transportation for groceries.
Provide personal care.
Assist with client transfers/mobility/personal care.
Work with clients in variable home conditions.
Respect client confidentiality.
Travel within the territory as required
Department Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Administration - Home Care Location Carcross, YT Y0B 1B0 CA (Primary) Job Type Term/Temporary End Date 02 April 2027 Full/Part Time Part-time Standard Hours Bi-weekly 30 Classification IS08 Salary $26,411.00 - $30,542.00 Union YEU Days Off As Per Rotation Travel 25% Admissibility 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 www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.
Job Summary and Requirements This posting This posting will be used to fill 1 (one) term part-time position working 30 hours biweekly from August 31, 2026 – April 2, 2027.
It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill anticipatory permanent, term, and AOC positions.
This job is based in Carcross/Tagish.
Our philosophy Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care’s Vision: ‘Exceptional care, honouring your culture and traditions” Mission: “Together, we offer person-centred care that nurtures well-being” and Values: “Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect”
The Yukon Home Care Program provides client-focused health services in the home, improving quality of life and supporting Yukoners to live independently. Home Care offers a range of services tailored to meet individual needs, including support for acute care, chronic and palliative conditions. These services are determined through standardized assessments to assist in creating individualized plans of care; and are supported by an interdisciplinary team, consisting of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Nurses and Home Support Workers. As an integral team member, the Home Support Worker provides home support services to individual clients of Yukon Home Care Program to promote optimum level of functioning in the skills/activities of daily living and quality of life of clients. The home support services include tasks like safety cleaning, providing respite, meal preparation, transportation for groceries and personal care.
For more information on this job, please contact Sophia Coley, Home Support Supervisor at 867-332-3729 or Sophia.Coley@yukon.ca
For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Pat Labuguen, HR Consultant at 867-332-1467 or Patricia.Labuguen@yukon.ca Your benefits In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
Government of Yukon’s many benefits Your career, your home, your lifestyle 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. Check out:
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Working at Yukon government Important application and job requirements Essential qualifications 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.
Experience providing care in a home setting, through formal Home Care services or personal caregiving for someone in their home
Experience providing personal care, home management, and respite care in a community setting Candidates who have experiences equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above and/or are compassionate and have a willingness to help community members to age in place will be equally considered. It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”. Desired knowledge, skills and suitability If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:
Experience providing care in a home setting through formal Home Care services or personal caregiving.
Experience providing personal care, home management, and respite care in a community setting.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Passion for providing care for chronically ill or elderly clients.
Ability to respect confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Experience working with various cultural backgrounds.
TB Screening.
RCMP Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Check.
CPR level C with AED (within last 18 months).
Food Safe (within last 2 years).
Valid Yukon Class 5 Driver’s Licence (without daylight restrictions)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Passion for providing care for chronically ill or elderly client
Ability to respect confidentiality
Ability to work independently as well as within a team
Experience working with various cultural backgrounds It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.
Market context
Support-services roles in Yukon are typically in steady demand because schools and care settings rely on them for daily operations and direct support. These positions can be competitive when employers look for current certifications, reliability, and readiness to work in structured environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your CNA and AHA BLS credentials are current before applying.