Community Health Worker 2

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Community Health Worker 2 to join their multidisciplinary healthcare team. This full-time role focuses on providing personal care assistance and support to clients to promote independence in their home. The successful candidate will be required to have specific certifications, including a valid BC Driver's License and registration with the BC Care Aide Registry, and demonstrate effective communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Certificate from a recognized post-secondary program required.
• Valid BC Driver's License necessary.
• Current registration with BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance and support to clients and families.
• Assist with activities of daily living and delegated tasks as per care plans.
• Travel may be required; must meet operational requirements.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Home Support/Resident Care Attendant/Health Care Assistant Certificate

Food Safe Certificate

Current registration with BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry

Job description

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In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. The requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

As a member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, the Community Health Worker provides personal care assistance and support to clients and their caregivers/families to promote and maximize independence in the home setting. This includes assistance with activities of daily living and delegated tasks, as directed and in accordance with established care plans.

Travel may be required for this position. Transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements and may necessitate the use of a personal vehicle; a valid BC Driver's License is required.

Qualifications:

• Home Support/Resident Care Attendant/Health Care Assistant Certificate from a recognized post-secondary program, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Food Safe Certificate.
• Valid BC Driver's License.
• Current registration and in good standing with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Physical ability to perform job duties.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

For the full job description, visit: https://jd.viha.ca/JD1215.pdf

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care