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Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Inuvik, NT.

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Located in Inuvik and reporting to the Regional Manager Operations, the incumbent is responsible for vehicle fleet maintenance, the care and services of the Handi Van vehicle usage and maintenance and ensuring clients receive appropriate and safe transportation to and from designated points in the Town of Inuvik. The incumbent provides inventory of controllable assets to eight (8) surrounding communities including Inuvik and assists with orientation of casual staff within the Division. The incumbent determines their own scheduling to most efficiently meet the needs of clients and staff, as delays in service could create needless stress for all parties involved. The incumbent works with staff, contractors, public, outside agencies and other Government departments. The Motor Vehicles Act and NTHSSA policies and procedures guide the incumbent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Computer experience in data-based programs and knowledge of spreadsheets is required
• Customer service skills when dealing with stakeholders and staff of BDHSSA
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Time management skills to organize time and deliver services within time schedules for maximum efficiency
• Has experience and hands-on training to assist ambulatory clients who require walking aids or are confined to wheelchairs to embark and disembark from the Handi Van
• Must be able to follow instructions and record information
• Must be able to use radio communication, pagers, and mobile telephone equipment

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

Completion of Grade 12 with experience in a warehouse setting or other related fields.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Class 4 Driver's License
• Certification in WHMIS, within 3 months of hire.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR, ITA Dangerous Goods are mandatory within 6 months of hire.
• Office Administration Certificate or Business Administration Certificate with automotive experience.

Inquiries Only:

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.