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

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

Job summary

Island Health seeks a Community Health Worker to empower clients through personal care assistance, fostering independence within the home. Qualified candidates will have the necessary health care certifications, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Certificate from a recognized post-secondary program required.
• Valid BC driver's license needed.
• Registration in good standing with relevant board mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care assistance and support to clients.
• Promotes independence in home settings.
• Assists with daily living activities as directed.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to work independently

Ability to organize work efficiently

Physically capable of performing duties

Proficiency in operating related equipment

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

For more details, please see the full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD4426.pdf