Care Aide | Community Health Worker

Interior Health; Grand Forks; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Community Health Worker in the beautiful Grand Forks region. This role involves providing essential home support services, promoting clients' independence, and ensuring their well-being. You'll be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. Enjoy a permanent part-time position with flexible shifts and a range of employee benefits, including training opportunities and competitive wages. Embrace the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a high quality of life surrounded by nature's beauty.

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer-paid training/education opportunities

Generous vacation entitlement

Employer-paid health benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift premiums

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and a recognized care aide program.
• Must be registered with BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker registry.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily personal care and household duties.
• Observe and report changes in client behavior and condition.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Personal care assistance

Communication skills

Mobility assistance

Education

Grade 12

Resident Care Aide/Home Support Worker Program

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Community Health Worker to join our team at the Grand Forks home support team located at Boundary Hospital in Grand Forks, BC. If delivering patient-centered care is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible, and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work. We promote well-being and work-life balance within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of enhancing the health and well-being of everyone in the Interior Health region, from our employees to the populations we serve.

What We Offer

We provide a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions to support you at every stage of your career:

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer-paid training/education opportunities
• Generous vacation entitlement
• Employer-paid health benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift premiums
• Competitive wages

About the Job

As a Community Health Worker, you will be part of a dynamic team of nurses and LPNs supporting community clients' independence and ability to stay at home. Your role involves providing home support services by assisting with personal care and daily living activities while promoting maximum independence. You are a key player in the home health care plans for each client.

Typical duties include:

• Activities of daily personal care, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene
• Household duties related to maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home
• Meal preparation according to designated plans
• Assistance with mobility and transfers
• Observing and reporting changes in client behavior and condition
• Performing delegated tasks according to training and procedures

This is a permanent part-time (0.66 FTE) opportunity.

Shifts of work will be scheduled days and evenings, rotating from 07:00 to 12:55 and 16:05 to 22:00 hours.

About this Location

Grand Forks is a community of around 4,000 residents, considered the 'hub' of the Boundary Region, and is conveniently located within a couple of hours of Spokane and Kelowna. Surrounded by pristine waters from the Granby and Kettle Rivers, it offers a high quality of life with four-season recreational activities. The community’s cultural diversity is reflected in its cuisine, artistry, and local events.

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Join our team and discover why we’re recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and B.C’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and the lifestyle in one of Canada’s most beautiful and diverse regions. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Graduation from a recognized Resident Care Aide/Home Support Worker Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience
• BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker registry (please include your number)
• Current valid BC Driver’s License and reliable vehicle

*Along with your CV or resume, please include a copy of your certification.*