Community Health Worker 1

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; On-site; CAD 31,009 - 33,172; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Duncan, BC, is seeking a Community Health Worker 1. This role involves providing housekeeping duties, meal planning, and promotion of a safe environment within a multidisciplinary health care team. A Grade 12 education, Class V BC Driver's License, and FoodSafe certification are mandatory. The position also requires effective communication skills and the ability to work independently. The job entails traveling between sites, with guaranteed hours offered on a bi-weekly basis.

Responsibilities

• Provides various housekeeping duties, meal planning and preparation.
• Promotes a safe and healthy working environment.
• Travels between multiple sites as required.

Skills

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

Education

Grade 12

Class V BC Driver's License

FoodSafe

Recent, related experience of three months

Job description

Duncan Norcross & Drinkwater Road (DNDR) - 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