Community Care Assistant (Community Health Worker)

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 85,253,000 - 90,661,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Training & development

Wellness services

Recognition programs

Staff discounts

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Community Care Assistant to join the Home Support team in Vancouver, BC. Working under supervision, you will provide home-based services to clients, support ADLs and IADLs, and help maintain client independence.

You will collaborate with the health care team and caregivers, document changes, and contribute to care planning. A recognized HCA program credential and BC registry registration are required, along with a valid BC driver’s license for local travel.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized HCA program.
• Active Registration with BC Community Health Worker and Care Aide Registry.
• Experience with dementia, geriatric and/or palliative populations is an asset.
• Valid BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle for local travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide home support services to clients.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
• Observe and report significant changes in the client’s presentation.
• Collaborate with the health care team, clients and caregivers to maximize independence.
• Contribute to care planning with input and feedback.

Skills

Dementia care

Geriatric care

Palliative care

Driver's license

Vehicle access

Body mechanics

Safety training

Communication skills

Education

Health Care Assistant Program

BC Care Aide Registry

Job description

Salary Details

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

Job Summary

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

Qualifications

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.

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. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.