Career Opportunities At Driftpile Cree Nation

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: SECURITY OFFICER(S)

POSITION: Security Officer(s) - Full-time Casual

DEPARTMENT: Economic Development

SUPERVISOR: Security Supervisor

JOB OVERVIEW:

In order to maintain and protect the safety and health of our Nation members during COVID-19, Driftpile Cree Nation is looking to hire Security Officers to limit unauthorized entry onto the Nation. The Nation is looking for Security Officers to patrol and monitor designated checkpoints on the Driftpile Cree Nation reserve. The individuals will be required to work a 12-hour a day (8pm-8am or 8am-8pm), 14-day rotation and work in groups of two. One individual will need to provide a vehicle and will be compensated accordingly. The Security officers will be required to report to the Security Supervisor on a daily basis and log all activity.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Guard and monitor checkpoints to prevent unauthorized entry onto the Nation
• Check persons and ensure they are allowed authorized entry
• Report all activities to Security Supervisor at end of shift
• Wear PPE and take all health and safety precautions to protect yourself and Nation members
• Controls traffic by allowing only authorized persons onto reserve
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Ability to work in varying and extreme weather
• Security training an asset
• Current First Aid and WHMIS certification
• Must be healthy and free of cold or flu like symptoms
• Must wear PPE during shifts
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Able to concentrate on multiple problems/tasks at once
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and clean drivers abstract
• Fluency in Cree is an asset
• CPIC & CWIS required

Send cover letter & resumes to:
Shauna Willier, Human Resources Manager
Box 30, Driftpile, AB T0G 0V0
Email: humanresources@dpcn.ca
Phone: (780) 355-3868

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: DFNEI TIMBER WORKERS

POSITION: DFNEI Timber Management High Prairie Tolko division Workers

All applicants must have:

• Valid Driver's license
• Own transportation
• Heavy equipment experience

Any employee assigned to operate a piece of heavy equipment at any given time, excluding commercial vehicles. Heavy equipment consists of the following pieces of equipment; loader, cat, track hoe. Any employee operating a piece of heavy equipment must be trained on all the operations of the equipment. During training, your supervisor must fill out an (on-the-job) training form. A qualified person must be present when in training.

As a heavy equipment operator for DTMLP (Driftpile Timber Management) your responsibilities can include, but are not limited to:

• Safety, you are to ensure that all proper documentation is completed properly
• have proper PPE {Steel toed boots, hard hat, vest, gloves and safety glasses)
• operate all equipment in a safe manner
• acknowledge worksite J.H.A (Job Hazard Assessment) and sign and report any new hazards to the supervisor of the worksite
• monitor fuel, oil and other fluids on equipment

This position has physical requirements such as:

• Safely climbing in and out of equipment
• lifting a minimum of 10 lbs/5 kgs
• sitting for 2 hour intervals (therefore strong back with no prior back injuries existing) coordination must be good to operate both feet and arms at the same time.
• Logging experience is an asset
• Safety tickets required (H2S, First Aide, Ground Disturbance, WHMIS, T G and Confined Spaces)

Interested applicants are asked to email their resume along with required documentation.

Attention to:
Greg Gullion @ tolkoyard@dpcn.ca

** Only qualified applicants will be contacted **

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

POSITION: General Teachers

DEPARTMENT: Mihtatakaw Sipiy School

SUPERVISOR: Principal

Mihtatakaw Sipiy School is located between Slave Lake and High Prairie. The school serves K-4, K-5 to Grade 7 with a full academic program. Unique features of the programming are its Cree language and cultural components. Outdoor culture camps are programmed into the school year.

Mihtatakaw Sipiy school located on Driftpile Cree Nation is looking to hire teachers for the September 2020 upcoming school year.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Closing Date: Until a suitable candidate is found

Send cover letter & resumes to:
Shauna Willier, Human Resources Manager
Box 30, Driftpile, AB T0G 0V0
Email: humanresources@dpcn.ca
Fax: (780) 355-3650

** Please be advised only suitable applicants will be notified **

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

SUMMARY:

Driftpile Cree Nation Mihtatakaw Sipiy School is currently looking for School Bus Drivers for the 2020/2021 school year. Under the direction of the School Principal, the individual is responsible for safely transporting students on a daily basis to and from school and must be committed to safety and customer service.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for working a split shift three hours in the morning and three hours in the afternoon
• Pick up children on their route and take them to school Monday-Friday
• Maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus at all times
• Perform inspections before and after each route
• Performs other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Class 1 or 2 Driver’s License with an S endorsement (S & A endorsement training will be provided)
• Clean drivers abstract
• Fluency in Cree is an asset
• CPIC & IRC required

Closing Date: Until a suitable candidate is found

Send cover letter & resumes to:
Shauna Willier, Human Resources Manager
Box 30, Driftpile, AB T0G 0V0
Email: humanresources@dpcn.ca
Fax: (780) 355-3650

** Please be advised only suitable applicants will be notified **

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: FIELD OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR, CENSUS

POSITION: Field Operations Supervisor, Census

TERM: December 7, 2020 – August 13, 2021 (Various durations)

SALARY: $61,558 to $66,324

Please VISIT THIS LINK for the full position description and to apply:
Field Operations Supervisor Full Job Post

DUTIES:

As part of the Census Field Operations (CFO) management team, participates in the planning, organizing and control of Census field operations for an assigned area within a CFO district.

• Supervises and coordinates a team of Crew Leaders; and follows up on and resolves collection, staff and pay issues.
• Reviews authorized budgets and participates in the monitoring, analysis and evaluation of field operations by reviewing activity reports.
• Authorizes Enumerators’ weekly payment, expenses and allowances.
• Supervises performance and productivity measures in close collaboration with the Census Crew Leaders and managers in the CFO.
• Trains and supervises Census Crew Leaders and provides advice and guidance on the recruitment and training of Census Enumerators.
• Promotes respondent participation in the Census and participates in the implementation of regional communication strategies to promote the Census program to public and staff.
• Communicates orally and in writing with staff, respondents and individuals from Census Field Offices and Regional Census Centres.
• Assesses resolves and responds to complaints coming from the public.
• Reviews and monitors work methods and procedures to assess and improve the security and quality control of Census data collection.
• Monitors and controls costs and quality to meet targets.
• Participates in the debriefing and evaluation processes.
• Works closely with other managers including FOS, Collection Support Unit (CSU) Manager, Assistant Manager Pay andAdministrative Officer to resolve collection, processing, and pay issues.
• Works closely with Recruiter and Field Operations Manager to meet recruitment targets.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Statistics Canada conducts the Census of Population in order to develop a statistical portrait of Canada and Canadians on one specific day. The census is designed to provide information about people and housing units in Canada by their demographic, social and economic characteristics. The Census of Population is a reliable basis for the estimation of the population of the provinces, territories and municipal areas. The information collected is related to federal and provincial legislative measures and provides a basis for the distribution of federal transfer payments. The census also provides information about the characteristics of the population and its housing within small geographic areas and for small population groups to support planning, administration, policy development and evaluation activities of governments at all levels, as well as data users in the private sector.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Experience in training and supervising staff.
• Experience in managing projects.
• Experience in performing basic computer functions (operating a mouse, keyboarding, opening /closing and locating software programs and files).

• Ability to plan, control and manage data collection in a decentralized environment.
• Ability to analyze reports and initiate corrective action.
• Ability to recruit, train and motivate staff.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Thinking things through
• Showing initiative and action-oriented
• Leadership
• Teamwork

Please VISIT THIS LINK for the full position description and to apply:
Field Operations Supervisor Full Job Post

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, CENSUS

POSITION: Administrative Assistant, Census

TERM: October, 2020 to August, 2021

SALARY: $47,729 to $51,518

Please VISIT THIS LINK for the full position description and to apply:
Census Administrative Assistant Full Job Post

WHO CAN APPLY:

For the 2021 Census hiring, applicants must reside within an 80 km radius of the position being staffed. Please ensure that your contact information in your application is up to date as we will be using this to determine eligibility. Should there be an insufficient number of applicants residing or working in the specific location, applicants outside of the radius will be considered.

IMPORTANT MESSAGES:

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Census is recruiting ACROSS CANADA!!
We are looking for candidates interested in working in any of the following areas:

WESTERN REGION:
Calgary, Cold Lake, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Red Deer, Brandon Thompson, Winnipeg, Iqaluit, Yellowknife, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon, Yorkton, Kamloops, Prince George, Vancouver, Victoria, Terrace, Whitehorse, Merritt, Cranbrook, Penticton, Chilliwack, Williams Lk, Quesnel, Dawson Creek, Whistler, Mission, Abbotsford, Squamish, Powell River, Sechelt, Gibbsons, Duncan, Victoria, Nanaimo, Comox, Campbell River, Port Hardy, Kelowna, Surrey, Port Moody, Delta, Richmond, Burnaby, Nelson, Penticton, Coquitlam, Smithers, Prince Rupert, Hope

To see more areas that are available, click this link:
Census Administrative Assistant Full Job Post

DUTIES:

For these positions, we are looking for candidates who:

• Have great attention to detail
• Can schedule and organize any type of activity or calendar
• Can work in a high paced office environment
• Can communicate efficiently with both their team members, clients and management
• Knows their way around a computer and different computer software programs

If this sounds like you, apply now!

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of two years of secondary school or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Experience in providing general administrative support services in an office environment
• Experience in performing basic computer functions (operating a mouse, keyboarding, opening /closing and locating software programs and files).

ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate in writing
• Ability to work in a team so that the section attains its objectives
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respect deadlines

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Reliability Status security clearance

OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Have a secure office space and a private area at your place of residence to make confidential phone calls
• Have reliable internet access at your place of residence
• Availability and willingness to travel occasionally according to operational needs;
• Availability and willingness to work overtime according to operational needs.

The above conditions of employment must be met before an appointment is made. All costs associated with meeting the conditions of employment are the candidate’s responsibility. Candidates must meet and maintain the above conditions of employment throughout their employment.

Please VISIT THIS LINK for the full position description and to apply:
Census Administrative Assistant Full Job Post

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: HEAD START COORDINATOR

POSITION: Head Start Coordinator

TERM: Permanent Full-Time

Position Overview:

The Head Start coordinator will be responsible for planning and implementing a program to teach young children. They must ensure the development and safety of these children in accordance to relevant federal, provincial, territorial and municipal legislation and policies. The coordinator will be respectful of all children and parents and ensure that all equipment and facilities are clean, safe and well maintained. The Head Start Coordinator will report directly to the Director of Social Development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children in the program.
• Provide nutritious snacks and lunches.
• Provide adequate equipment and activities.
• Plan learning objectives for the children independently.
• Provide weekly and monthly activities, reports
• Provide and develop culturally appropriate programs and activities
• Ensure parents are kept up to date on their child’s development
• Ensure each child has/or is referred for immunizations, hearing tests, development assessments etc.
• Develop activities that provide math and literacy concepts.
• Establish policies and procedures including acceptable disciplinary policies and procedures.
• Be familiar with emergency procedures
• Work closely with other entities to ensure children’s health holistically
• Provide various experiences and activities for children including songs, games, stories, show and tell
• Build children’s self esteem
• Comfort children
• Establish routines and positive guidance
• Work with other entities and parents to assist with speech impairments (include a speech pathologist or speech therapy).

Qualification Requirements:

A level 3 in Early Child Development or equivalent. Experience working with children is an asset. Must have Standard First Aide -Level CPR/AED. A class 4 driver’s licence is recommended but not a must.

The Head Start Coordinator must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Child development and education theories and practices
• Safe and appropriate activities that fit into our cultural environment
• legislation, policies, procedures, delivery and rules of the Driftpile First Nation
• Program Evaluations; Financial Management
• A clear understanding of legislation, policies and procedures to ensure that the head start program is run within its parameter
• Computer skills including the programs word and excel
• Effective communication skills both verbally and written
• Effective listening skills
• Analytical, decision and problem solve skills
• Ability to provide conflict resolution
• Ability to work independently
• Decision making skills
• Time and stress management
• Maintain a standard of conduct
• Organizing skills
• Be able to build self esteem while ensuring a safe and secure environment

Deadline to apply is August 27, 2020 @ 3:00 pm.

Resumes may be forwarded to:
Shauna Willier, Human Resource Manager
Email: humanresources@dpcn.ca

Questions can be directed to: Karen Cunningham, Social Development Director @ (780) 355-3866.

All applications must include an updated Intervention Record Check and Criminal record check. I thank all those that apply, however, ONLY those selected for an interview shall be contacted.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: BUS MONITORS

POSITION: Bus Monitor

TERM: Part-Time

DEPARTMENT: Education

SUPERVISOR: School Principal

JOB OVERVIEW:

Driftpile Cree Nation Mihtatakaw Sipiy School is currently looking to fill the position of Bus Monitor(s). The prime concern is safe, efficient, economical transportation of students between home and school on a regular schedule, and between other destinations within or outside the Nation.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Welcome students and assist them in embarking on the bus
• Ascertain that all students are seated in their assigned seats only
• Alert the bus driver when all students are settled within the bus so that the bus can be driven to its destination
• Oversee student behavior and ensure that any student who is misbehaving is reprimanded
• Monitor students for signs of distress or discomfort and address the issue immediately
• Provide extra assistance to students with special needs to ensure that the physical or mental limitations do not hinder movements
• Perform pre and post trips inspections to ensure the bus is clean and safe
• Ensure the bus is sanitized and cleaned before and after each trip
• Conduct COVID-19 screening on students before boarding the bus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Able to concentrate on multiple problems/tasks at once
• Must be able to work a daily split shift
• Fluency in Cree is an asset
• CPIC & CWIS required

Closing Date: until suitable candidates are found

Send cover letter & resumes to:

Shauna Willier, Human Resource Manager
Driftpile Cree Nation
Fax: (780) 355-3650
Email: humanresources@dpcn.ca

**Please be advised only suitable applicants will be notified**

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: HOME CARE NURSE

BACKGROUND

Driftpile Cree Nation is currently looking to fill the permanent full time position of Home Care Nurse. Reporting to the Health Director, the Home Care Nurse will be responsible to provide in home nursing care in the community and assist clients in achieving optimum health and quality of life in situations of chronic disease, acute illness, injury or through Palliative Care. This position will ensure a high standard and quality of services are delivered.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Registered nurse duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to
• Monitoring and Management of vital signs during home care; blood pressure, heart rate, temperature and oximeter statistics
• Monitoring of blood glucose levels, and providing teaching and support for client and family
• Preparation and/or administration of medications
• Medication monitoring and support for clients with acute or chronic health conditions
• Observing skin colour, texture and general condition to find infection early in clients
• Wound assessment and dressing changes
• Monitor and care of catheters and ostomy
• Provide Advanced Foot Care
• Ability to monitor chemo toxicity and knowledge of chemo medications
• Monitor pain control
• Cardiac Assessments
• Supervision/health teaching and support for family and caregivers on a regular basis
• Ability to assess mental status
• Report concerns and/or changes in clients to Health Director
• Provide quality service to DCN band members
• Perform any additional health care support as required

SKILLS

• Proven ability to apply advanced clinical nursing skills in a homecare setting
• Proven ability to problem solve and to adapt nursing interventions as appropriate
• Ability to critically think and assess clients needs for Home Care & develops in-depth care plans for optimal client care
• Implements nursing strategies or interventions according to the established care plan
• Describes, evaluates and documents clients/family’s/caregivers responses to care plans utilizing established procedures according to CARNA’s practice and documentation standards
• Utilizes adult learning principles and established teaching materials to provide health teaching to clients and families
• Proven ability to case manage all aspects of care for home & community care clients
• Ability to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with client and family and coordinate care based on client/family needs

QUALIFICATIONS

• A BScN degree, RPN, or Diploma RN
• Current First Aid and HCP CPR
• Active registration with CARNA in good standing
• Availability to work days and evenings
• Knowledgeable of Federal and Provincial health systems
• proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint, email and other communications programming
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as a team member
• Experience in needs assessment and program planning
• Ability to understand and speak Cree will be considered an asset
• Knowledge of DCN community resources
• Knowledge of pertinent health issues affecting community
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Provide Criminal record check and Child Intervention Check

CLOSING DATE: Open until a suitable candidate is found

Résumes & cover letters may be forwarded to:

Shauna Willier, Human Resource Manager
Fax: (780) 355-3650
Email: humanresources@dpcn.ca

We thank those who apply and advise that only those selected for consideration will be contacted.