Community Health Worker 2 - (212567)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated health care team as a Community Health Worker, where you will provide essential personal care assistance to clients and their families. This role emphasizes the importance of patient safety and quality care, ensuring that clients can maintain their independence in the comfort of their homes. You will be responsible for assisting with daily living activities and supporting clients according to established care plans. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to community health and well-being.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance and support to clients in their homes.
• Promote independence and assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Independent work

Organizational skills

Ability to operate related equipment

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to perform duties

Education

Home Support/Resident Care Attendant Certificate

Food Safe Certificate

Registration with BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry

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.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.