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homemaker

Posted on December 12, 2024 by Employer details Native Women's Centre

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The Hamilton-Wentworth Chapter of Native Women?s Inc.\* is currently accepting applications for the position of *Homemaker *. The Homemaker , under the direction of the Executive Director, will be responsible for developing a monthly menu, purchasing items, meal preparation, cooking of nutritious well-balanced meals/snacks, and clean up of various spaces. *RESPONSIBILITIES:* * Maintain an adequate supply of non-perishable, fresh and frozen foods; * Planning, ordering/purchasing, preparing and cooking of resident meals based on menu; * Monitoring of fridges and freezers, storage, supplies, and cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding area according to Public Health Guidelines; * Disinfect various high used areas including fridges, freezers, stove, counters, etc; * Engaging with clients and community members in a respectful, non-judgmental and supportive way that helps to improve their health and well-being, develop skills, increase their sense of belonging, and build resilience; * Incorporate Indigenous culture as a way of being and knowing in the organization; * Report all disclosures, incidents, serious occurrences to appropriate contact *QUALIFICATIONS:* * College diploma in social services or closely related field and experience in associated field; * Knowledge of and experience working with a range of issues impacting youth, women and children including homelessness, violence against women and children, poverty, mental health and substance use; * Understanding of family violence and the dynamics of abuse and its effects on individual, family and community; * Demonstrates Indigenous cultural competency including awareness, knowledge and understanding of the impacts of colonialism and systemic issues; * Experience performing light cleaning, laundry, and cooking duties; * Food Handlers Certification and knowledge of Canada?s Food Guide; * Must have or obtain, within 30 days of hiring date, a Vulnerable Sector CPIC. *SALARY:* $23.00/hr *JOB TYPE: *10:00am-6:00pm Monday to Friday \*The Hamilton-Wentworth Chapter of Native Women?s Inc operating as Native Women?s Centre (NWC) is an Indigenous lead not for profit organization providing a secure and empowering environment for women and children fleeing domestic violence, suffering from homelessness, and/or human trafficking. We are culturally based and committed to creating positive outcomes for Indigenous women and their children. As a staff member of NWC you will have opportunity for professional growth and access to traditional ways of being and knowing. We strive to uphold pre-colonial management and policy structure, while being supportive and maintaining a positive work atmosphere. Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to $23.00 per hour Benefits: * Dental care * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Life insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person