Care Aide | Community Health Worker

Interior Health Authority; Summerland; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/educationoppor"

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

Job summary

Interior Health Authority in Summerland, BC is seeking an experienced Community Health Worker to join Summerland Health Centre. You will work with Nurses and LPNs to support clients at home, assisting with personal care and daily living while promoting independence.

This permanent part-time role (0.67 FTE) offers evening shifts from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for training, vacation entitlements, and a rewarding career in a diverse, supportive

Responsibilities

• Activities of daily personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene)
• Household duties for a safe home environment
• Meal preparation per designated plans
• Assistance with mobility and transfers
• Observing/reporting changes in client condition
• Performing delegated tasks per training/procedures

Job description

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Community Health Worker to join our team at Summerland Health Centre in Summerland, 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,

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer

• 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 work as part of a dynamic team of Nurses and LPNs who support Community Clients’ independence and ability to stay at home. Community Health Workers provide home support services to clients, by assisting with personal care and daily living, while promoting maximum independence. Community Health Workers are key players in the home health care plan 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 in accordance with designated plans
• Assistance with mobility and transfers
• Observing and reporting changes in client behaviour and condition
• Performing delegated tasks according with training and procedures

This is a Permanent Part Time (0.67) opportunity.

Shifts of work will be scheduled evenings rotating from 1600 to 2200 hours.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of one of B.C’s Top Employers!

Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work?