COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER II

Northern Health; Fort Nelson; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks vacation after one year

Moving expenses support

Employee referral program

Training & leadership development

Access to outdoor activities

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Home Support Attendant/Resident Care Aide to deliver compassionate in‑home care in the Fort Nelson area. Under supervision, you will support daily living activities, help clients maintain independence, and follow a care plan to promote safety and well‑being in the community.

Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, grooming, meals, and mobility, coordinating with family and care teams, and complying with registration requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Home Support Attendant/ Resident Care Aid Program.
• Registration with the BC Care Aid & Community Health Worker Registry.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.
• Certificates in CPR, First Aid and Food Safe.
• Use of personal vehicle.
• Or equivalent combination of current education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide home support services per care plan.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, meals).
• Promote independence and well‑being in community settings.
• Perform delegated tasks after training completion.
• Maintain communication with clients, family and care team.

Skills

Rapport with clients

Observation of changes

Verbal and written communication

Independent with teamwork

Organization and prioritization

Equipment operation

Home management

Education

Home Support Attendant/Resident Care Aid program

BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry

Class 5 BC Driver's Licence

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Food Safe certification

Job description

Position Summary

Are you passionate about helping others? Do you want a career with an organization that is one of the best places to work in British Columbia? Helping people stay in the home they love is Northern Health’s commitment; make it yours as well.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, this position provides home support services to clients in accordance with a pre-established care plan. Assists with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, planning and preparing meals while promoting maximum independence. Performs delegated tasks for which delegation of tasks training has been completed. A key component of this job is to ensure the well-being of individuals and families and to promote independent living while in the community.

Must have current registration with the BC Care Aide Registry

Qualfications

• Graduation from a recognized Home Support Attendant/ Resident Care Aid Program
• Registration with the BC Care Aid & Community Health Worker Registry.
• Valid Class 5 BC Drivers’ License.
• Certificates in CPR, First Aid and Food Safe.
• Use of personal vehicle.
• Or equivalent combination of current education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with clients, family, and care team.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Home management skills.

Where you will be working:

Community: Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort Nelson

More about Northern Health

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Three weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.