COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER II

Northern Health; Hazelton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks vacation after one year

Moving expenses support

Employee referrals

Job summary

Northern Health is hiring for a Home Support Attendant/Resident Care Aide to support clients in the Hazelton area. Must have current BC Care Aide Registry registration and reliable transportation to visit clients at home.

Ideal candidates will hold a recognized RCA program credential, CPR/First Aid, Food Safe, and a valid BC driver's license. This role is part of a community health team providing in-home care and support services.

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.

Skills

Physical ability

Rapport with clients

Observation of changes

Communication (verbal & written)

Independent work

Organization & prioritization

Equipment operation

Home management

Education

Home Support Attendant / RCA program

BC Care Aid Registry registration

CPR & First Aid certified

Food Safe certification

Valid Class 5 BC driver's license

Tools

Personal vehicle

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.

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 The Hazeltons

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.