Community Health Worker 2 (Multiple Openings) - (215364)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health seeks a Community Health Worker who will support clients and their families in home settings, enhancing independence through personal care. Ideal candidates should have relevant certificates and qualifications, alongside effective communication and organizational skills, ensuring high-quality patient care and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Home Support/Resident Care Attendant Certificate or equivalent required.
• Food Safe and valid BC Driver's License needed.
• Current registration with BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance and support to clients.
• Support activities of daily living and delegated tasks.
• Ensure patient safety and quality care.

Skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

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

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 commitment to continuous quality and safety improvement is integral to 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 involve 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.
• Physical ability to perform job duties.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

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