Activity Assistant

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Qualicum Beach; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is seeking an Activity Assistant to support activation and socialization programs for residents at Eagle Park/Qualicum Beach. You will provide personal care assistance as required under supervision.

Under the direction of a senior position and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary team, you will help with daily activities, ensure safety, and assist with transport or mobility needs as needed.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 and completion of an Activity Assistant Program, plus two years of related 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.
• Provide personal care assistance as required.
• Cooperate with interdisciplinary team under supervision.

Skills

Communicate effectively

Deal with others effectively

Physically carry out duties

Teach

Operate vehicle

Education

Grade 10 & Activity Assistant Program

Job description

Eagle Park (EPLTC) - Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2L1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

07:30-15:30

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.64 - $31.64

Paid FTE

1.00

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75.00

Planned Start Date

Aug. 31 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Jan. 1 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

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.

FBA: This temporary position may be extended or ended at the discretion of the hiring manager based on the departmental requirements.