Community Health Worker Ii

Northern Health; Granisle; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services provider in BC is seeking a Community Health Worker II in Granisle. This role involves providing essential home support services to clients, ensuring their well-being and promoting independent living. Candidates must be registered with the BC Care Aide Registry and possess a valid Class 5 BC Drivers' License. This position requires strong interpersonal skills and physical ability, with a focus on teamwork and client relations. Join us in our commitment to support and serve individuals in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental

Four weeks vacation after one year of service

Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Loan forgiveness programs from the Federal and BC Government

Qualifications

• Registration with the BC Care Aid Registry is essential.
• A working vehicle and full class five drivers license are required.
• Experience in home support or care is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide home support services as part of an interprofessional health care team.
• Assist clients with daily living activities to promote independence.
• Perform delegated tasks as trained.

Skills

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

Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others

Ability to organize and prioritize work

Ability to operate related equipment

Home management skills

Education

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

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 vision, values, and strategic direction of the organization, the Community Health Worker II, as part of an interprofessional health care team, and under the direction of the Team Lead or designated clinical leader, 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.
• Requires a working safe vehicle and a full class five drivers license.

Shift Rotation / Hours of Work

Tues‑Wed‑Thu days: 07:00 – 15:30.

Granisle

Granisle is surrounded by pristine beauty unique to this part of Canada, the friendly village of Granisle was originally built on the shore of the beautiful Babine Lake to accommodate miners from the copper mine on Copper Island. Granisle has a population of 337 (2021) and is located to the north between Burns Lake and Houston. Granisle offers many services including a library, post office, medical centre, elementary school and an RCMP station.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service.
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession).
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
• Examples may include: Program certificates or diplomas; High school/college/university transcripts etc.; It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

Are you an International Applicant?

Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page.

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.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community‑based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long‑term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.