Community Care Assistant (Community Health Worker)-Squamish

Vancouver Coastal Health; Squamish; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health organization as a Community Care Assistant in Squamish. This role involves providing essential home support services, assisting clients with their daily activities, and working closely with healthcare teams to enhance client independence. Enjoy comprehensive health benefits, career growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Career growth opportunities

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program.
• Active registration with BC Community Health Worker and Care Aide Registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide home support services under supervision.
• Assist clients with varying levels of care.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to maximize client independence.

Skills

Client-centered care

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Health Care Assistant Program

Tools

Computerized care systems

Job description

Community Care Assistant (Community Health Worker)-Squamish

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Position Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $27.92/Hr. - CAD $29.60/Hr.

Come work as a Community Care Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Community Health Worker to join the Home Support Team in Squamish, BC. Apply today! Community Health Workers play a vital role in our communities, providing care and significantly impacting clients' and patients' quality of life. We reimburse mileage between client visits, ferry travel costs (if applicable), and cover the difference between “To and From work” and “Business” class insurance.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the Supervisor/Coordinator/Manager or delegate to provide home support services.
• Assist clients with varying levels of care, observe, and report significant changes.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, clients, and caregivers to maximize independence with ADLs and IADLs.
• Motivate, encourage, and involve clients in their care.
• Provide input and feedback during care planning.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program.
• Active registration with BC Community Health Worker and Care Aide Registry.
• Experience with dementia, geriatric, or palliative populations is an asset.
• Valid BC Driver’s License; local travel requires a personal vehicle.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of client-centered care and promoting independence.
• Proper use of body mechanics and injury prevention.
• Ability to operate mechanical lifts safely.
• Workplace violence prevention knowledge and personal safety techniques.
• Understanding of patient-centered care for individuals with dementia.
• Ability to practice harm reduction approaches.
• Basic technology literacy, including computerized care systems and cellular phones.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Culturally safe and competent care, especially with Indigenous peoples.
• Organizational skills to manage workload within a team.
• Ability to perform home management tasks and motivate clients.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

The hours and work area may change based on operational needs. Successful applicants may need to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. All healthcare workers must report past vaccinations or infections as per Ministry of Health policy.

Why Join VCH?

• Comprehensive health benefits, including MSP, dental, and pension.
• Career growth opportunities with paid training and leadership development.
• Wellness supports for employees and families.
• Recognition programs honoring staff and volunteers.

VCH values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and members of all gender identities and sexual orientations.

VCH was recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Current employees should apply via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub.