Community Care Assistant (Community Health Worker)

Vancouver Coastal Health; Richmond; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

Career development opportunities

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Staff discounts

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health seeks a Community Care Assistant in Richmond, BC to provide home support services under supervision. You will assist with ADLs/IADLs, monitor client needs, and collaborate with a health care team and caregivers to promote independence.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and cultural competence within a diverse community, with a requirement for valid BC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program.
• Current/Active Registration with BC Community Health Worker and Care Aide Registry.
• Experience interacting with persons with dementia, geriatric and/or palliative population will be an asset.
• Must have Valid BC Driver's license and access to a vehicle, as local area travel may be required unless specified in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Provide home support services to clients under supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living and IADLs to maximize independence.
• Collaborate with health care team and caregivers; report significant changes.
• Support care planning and motivate clients in their care.

Skills

Client-centered care

Communication

Injury prevention

Cultural safety

Teamwork

Technology literacy

Education

Health Care Assistant Program

BC CHW Registry

Dementia care experience

Tools

Electronic chart system

Cellular phone

Job description

The salary range for this position is CAD $29.76/Hr. - CAD $31.64/Hr.

Come work as a Community Care Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Home Support team in Richmond, BC.

Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Community Care Assistant works under the direction works under the direction of the Supervisor/Coordinator/Manager or delegate to provide home support services to clients. Assists clients with varied levels of care, observes, and reports significant changes in the client’s presentation. Collaborates with the health care team, clients and their caregivers to maximize independence with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). Motivates, encourages, and involves clients in their care. Provides input and feedback in the care planning process to the health care team.

Education & Experience

• Graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program.
• Current/Active Registration with BC Community Health Worker and Care Aide Registry.
• Experience interacting with persons with dementia, geriatric and/or palliative population will be an asset.
• Must have Valid BC Driver's license and access to a vehicle, as local area travel may be required unless specified in the posting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of client-centered care and promoting independence.
• Demonstrates correct use of body-mechanics and knowledge of injury prevention.
• Knowledge and ability to operate mechanical lifts, following safe work procedures.
• Knowledge in workplace violence prevention including personal safety techniques.
• Knowledge of patient centered care with people with dementia.
• Demonstrated ability to practice from a harm reduction approach.
• Basic technology literacy and ability to operate a computerized client care information system and cellular phone.
• Demonstrates proficiency in verbal, nonverbal, and written skills through a variety of communication methods (e.g. paper and/or electronic chart, telephone and in-person).
• Basic knowledge of self-care and motivational support.
• Demonstrated ability to apply culturally safe and competent care, including when working with Indigenous peoples.
• Ability to organize workload priorities within a team environment.
• Ability to take direction from the health care team and clients.
• Ability to perform home management skills (e.g. vacuuming, sweeping, preparing meals, etc.).
• Ability to motivate clients and encourage progression through therapeutic goals.
• Ability to respond effectively and appropriate in a workplace setting.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

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 in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.