Community Health Worker 2 - (197861)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare team dedicated to improving patient safety and quality of care. As a Community Health Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting clients and their families, helping them maintain independence at home. This position requires a compassionate individual who can work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. With a focus on personal care assistance, your contributions will directly impact the lives of those you serve. If you are passionate about healthcare and making a difference in your community, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Home Support or equivalent education and experience.
• Current registration with BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance to clients in their homes.
• Support clients and families to promote independence.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Proficiency in operating related equipment

Ability to deal effectively with others

Physical capability to perform job duties

Education

Home Support/Resident Care Attendant/Health Care Assistant Certificate

Food Safe Certificate

Valid BC Driver's License

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 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 plans of care.

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

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.
• Valid BC Driver's License.
• Current registration and good standing with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Physically capable of performing job duties.
• Ability to organize work efficiently.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment.

For more details, please visit: https://jd.viha.ca/JD1215.pdf