Activity Assistant

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

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority in Duncan, BC is seeking a Casual Activity Assistant to join the interdisciplinary team. You will assist with activation and socialization programs for residents/clients and support personal care tasks under supervision.

The role requires Grade 10, completion of an Activity Assistant Program, and at least two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and training.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 and completion of 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical fitness

Teaching

Education

Grade 10

Activity Assistant Program

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Cairnsmore Place (CPRC) - Duncan, BC V9L 1E8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Cairnsmore Place

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1600

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.64 - $31.64

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

May. 4 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.