Homemaker

Company: OI Group

Job description

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 (Pay: Up to $23.00 per hour)

JOB TYPE: 10:00am-6:00pm Monday to Friday (FULL TIME)

*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.

sheaney@oigroup.ca