Community Health Worker 2

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Community Health Worker 2 for the Comox Valley area. You will provide personal care assistance and support to clients in home settings, helping them maintain independence and adhere to care plans.

Position involves travel between sites, requires a valid BC driver’s license, and is classified as casual with a flexible schedule. Training in home support and health care assisting is required or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance and support to clients and their caregivers/families to promote independence in the home.
• Travel between multiple sites may be required and use of a personal vehicle may be necessary.

Skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

Home Support/Resident Care Attendant/Health Care Assistant Certificate

Food Safe Certificate

BC Driver's License

Job description

Community Health Worker 2 - (236492)

Close Date

Location

Comox Valley Home & Community Care (CVHCC) - Courtenay, BC V9N 2N7 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

As Required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$29.76 - $31.64

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

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 the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

As a member of a multidisciplinary health care 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, including assistance with activities of daily living and delegated tasks, as directed and in accordance with established plans of care.

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

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; and 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 a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physically able to perform the duties of the job.