Community Health Worker 1

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in British Columbia is looking for a Community Health Worker 1 to join their team. This role involves housekeeping duties, meal planning, and promoting a healthy environment for clients. The position requires Grade 12 education, a valid BC Driver's License, and FoodSafe certification, ensuring a commitment to quality and safety in all aspects of health care.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education required.
• Class V BC Driver’s License is mandatory.
• FoodSafe certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Providing housekeeping duties for clients.
• Planning and preparing meals.
• Promoting a safe working environment.

Skills

Physical ability

Communication

Organization

Effective teamwork

Observation

Education

Grade 12

Class V BC Driver's License

FoodSafe

Job description

Duncan Norcross & Drinkwater Road - Duncan, BC V9L 6C5 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1600

Days Off

Friday, Saturday

Vacancy Type

Regular CHW

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$22.51 - $24.08

Paid FTE

0.75

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

60.00

Planned Start Date

Apr. 8 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

As part of a multidisciplinary health care team, the Community Health Worker 1 provides various housekeeping duties, meal planning and preparation, and the promotion of a safe and healthy working environment.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle; and Valid BC Driver's License.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

• Grade 12
• Class V BC Driver's License
• FoodSafe
• Recent, related experience of three months
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Or other Qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work

Skills And Abilities

• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others
• Ability to operate related equipment and technology (iPhones, computers)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to organize and prioritize
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients

This is a guaranteed hours CHW1 posting. -Days Off: Friday, Saturday -Shift Details: 0800-1600