Activity Assistant

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is seeking an Activity Assistant to support activation and socialization programs for residents, under supervision of a senior position and with an interdisciplinary team. You will provide personal care assistance as needed to residents/clients in a multi-site facility.

The role requires completion of an Activity Assistant Program, Grade 10, and a valid BC Class IV driver's license, plus registration with the BC Care Aide registry.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 completion and Activity Assistant Program required.
• Two years of related experience or equivalent combination.
• Valid BC Class IV driver's license and registration with BC Care Aide registry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activation and socialization programs for residents/clients.
• Provide personal care assistance as required by residents/clients.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical capability

Teach

Operate vehicle

Education

Grade 10

Activity Assistant Program

BC Care Aide registry

BC Class IV driver's license

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Cowichan Lodge - Waldon House

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As Required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.64 - $31.64

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Mar. 1 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the general supervision of a senior position and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary team, the Activity Assistant assists with the provision of activation and socialization programs for residents/clients, and providing personal care assistance for resident/client participants as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 and completion of a recognised Activity Assistant Program, plus two (2) years of recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Class IV driver's license (unrestricted). Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Physically carry out the duties of the position.
• Teach.
• Operate related equipment, such as a 11-25 passenger, lift equipped van.