Care Aide (Various Areas) - Arbutus Care Centre

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits package

Employer-paid training and career grow

Wellness supports for employees and on

Award-winning recognition programs

Exclusive staff discounts

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Care Aide to support resident-centered care under RN direction at an Arbutus Care Centre transfer posting. You will assist with bathing, dressing, meals, hygiene, and basic nursing tasks while observing client progress and reporting changes to the interdisciplinary team.

The role requires completion of a Health Care Assistant program, eligibility for BC Care Aide Registry, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program.
• Equivalent education, training and experience acceptable.
• Eligible for registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care under RN direction and in cooperation with team.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, meals, oral hygiene, and transfers.
• Observe and report client progress, symptoms and behavioral changes to the team.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment and operate related equipment as needed.

Skills

Communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Health Care Assistant Program

Grade 10

BC Registry eligibility

Tools

Patient Care Information Systems

Job description

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $31.64/Hr. - CAD $31.64/Hr.

Job Summary

Please Note - This posting is to facilitate the transfer for Arbutus Care Centre Employees.

Within the context of a resident/client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Care Aide works under the functional direction of a Registered Nurse or other designate and in cooperation with interdisciplinary team members to assist in the delivery of client care. Following established care plans provides personal care; bathes, grooms, dresses, assists with meals and oral hygiene and performs nursing care duties as applicable. Responds to call bells/alarms. Observes and monitors clients’ progress, symptoms and behavioural changes and reports/records significant observations. Utilizes mechanical aides such as specialty beds, wheelchairs and stretchers to transport clients and provides assistance with lifting and/or transferring of clients following established lifting/safety techniques. Maintains a clean and safe environment for clients and staff. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Grade 10 (including English 10).
• Successful graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Eligible for registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and proficiently both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively and respectfully.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment (such as Patient Care Information Systems).

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.