Homemaker

Type Casual / On-Call

Supervisor Health Director

Location Fort St. James, Nak’azdli Whut’en Health Center

Salary $21.05 to $23.55 an hour based on experience

Open Positions 1

About Us

Nak'azdli Whut'en is a proud Dakelh First Nation located near Fort St. James, British Columbia. Our community is deeply rooted in Dakelh culture, language, and values, emphasizing a connection to the land and a commitment to the well-being of our people and to our Community Vision Plan. We are dedicated to creating inclusive and supportive services that reflect our culture and respect the unique perspectives and needs of our members. At Nak'azdli Whut'en, we strive to provide community-focused services that uphold Indigenous values and address the distinct challenges facing our community.

We recognize that skills and experience can be gained in many ways. If you are interested in this role but do not meet all of the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. We are committed to supporting growth through mentorship and development opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from community members and First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals, and neurodiverse individuals whose knowledge, perspectives, and lived experiences are valued and essential to our work.

Position Summary

The Homemaker provides approved, non-medical household support to eligible clients in their homes, helping maintain a clean, safe and comfortable living environment while respecting each client’s dignity, independence, preferences and culture. The Homemaker reports to the Home Care Team Lead for daily supervision, scheduling and performance direction. The Home Care Nurse assesses client needs and develops and authorizes individualized care plans. All services must follow the current approved care plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide routine light housekeeping, laundry, basic household tidying and other non-medical domestic assistance specifically identified in the approved care plan.
• Prepare simple meals or assist with approved meal-related household tasks in accordance with the care plan and safe food-handling practices.
• Assist with approved errands, grocery shopping or household supply purchases only when authorized, following receipts, expense and financial-control procedures.
• Offer respectful companionship and social interaction during scheduled visits, while maintaining professional boundaries; support approved Elder activities where assigned.
• Review assigned tasks before each visit. Do not undertake additional or different tasks at a client’s request. Refer requests to the Team Lead, who will coordinate with the Home Care Nurse for any required care-plan review and approval.
• Record attendance, tasks completed, time spent, concerns, declined services and follow-up needs accurately and promptly using approved program documentation.
• Promptly report changes in client circumstances, unsafe home conditions, suspected abuse or neglect, service gaps, incidents and requests outside the care plan to the Team Lead; escalate urgent health concerns to the Home Care Nurse according to program procedures.
• Protect client privacy and confidentiality; obtain appropriate direction before sharing information or making purchases on a client’s behalf.
• Follow infection prevention, safe chemical use, personal protective equipment, lone-worker, travel and occupational health and safety procedures; report hazards and injuries.
• Participate in orientation, required training, supervision, team meetings, quality improvement and applicable program reporting or accreditation activities.
• Carry out other related, non-medical duties only when included in the Home Care Nurse-approved care plan, directed through the Team Lead, and within training and program requirements.

Scope of Practice and Care-Plan Boundaries

• The Home Care Nurse develops, reviews and authorizes the client care plan, which determines the services, frequency and limits of homemaking support. The Team Lead coordinates daily assignments and ensures staff follow the plan. A client request alone does not authorize new work.
• If a client requests additional or different services, respectfully explain that the care plan must be reviewed. Notify the Team Lead for referral to the Home Care Nurse; do not promise or begin the requested service.
• This is not a nursing or Home Support Worker position. Do not administer medications, perform clinical assessments or treatments, provide bathing, toileting, transfers, lifting, dressing or other hands-on personal care.
• Do not perform heavy maintenance, construction, wood chopping, hazardous outdoor work or snow clearing unless a separate program authorization, risk assessment, safe-work procedure and appropriate training are in place. Such work is not a routine Homemaker duty.
• Do not handle client money, keys, bank cards or personal property outside documented, approved procedures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Grade 10 Equivalency
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (preferred)
• Physically capable and willing to perform both indoor and outdoor physical work.
• Preferred certifications: Food Safe, OFA1, CPR/AED.
• Strong sense of confidentiality.
• Able to work with clients in a sensitive, tactful, diplomatic, and professional manner.
• Reliable work ethic with a positive team attitude.
• Basic computer literacy:- MS Word, Excel, Email usage
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and attention to detail.
• Able to work under pressure with tact and diplomacy.

Indigenous Commitment Statement

“Nak’azdli Whut’en is committed to fostering a culturally safe and inclusive work environment that reflects the values, traditions, and aspirations of Indigenous peoples. We actively encourage and prioritize applicants from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities to apply. We recognize the importance of cultural knowledge and experience, and we honor and respect Indigenous ways of knowing and being.”

Application Instructions

If this aligns with your career goals, we encourage you to apply directly through our job posting. You can also send us your resume, cover letter, and three references by email to [email protected].

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. We thank all applicants, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Closing Date: November 30, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.