Community Health Worker Ii

Northern Health; Hazelton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in British Columbia is looking for a Community Health Worker II to provide essential home support services. This role involves aiding clients with daily living activities and ensuring their well-being. Ideal candidates will have graduated from a relevant program and hold valid registration with the BC Care Aide Registry. This position offers comprehensive benefits, vacation time, and access to training opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Three weeks of vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Access to outdoor activities

Qualifications

• Must have current registration with the BC Care Aide Registry.
• Use of a personal vehicle required.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide home support services based on a pre-established care plan.
• Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing and grooming.
• Promote maximum independence and well-being of individuals.

Skills

Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Physical ability to perform job duties

Organization and prioritization skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

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 Driver's License

Tools

CPR certificate

First Aid certificate

Food Safe certificate

Job description

Position Summary

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

In accordance with the organization’s vision, values, and strategic direction, the Community Health Worker II, as part of an interprofessional health care team and under the supervision of the Team Lead or designated clinical leader, provides home support services to clients based on a pre-established care plan. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, and meal preparation, while promoting maximum independence. The role also involves performing delegated tasks for which proper 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 within the community.

Must have current registration with the BC Care Aide Registry

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Evenings, 07:30 to 16:00, 13:00 to 21:30 (Rotating)

The Hazeltons

The communities that comprise the Upper Skeena, situated on the unceded traditional territory of the Gitxsan Nation. The Gitxsan people have inhabited these lands for over 10,000 years. Along with the Wet'suwet'en Nation to the east, they established the landmark Delgamuukw court decision in 1997. The Upper Skeena includes communities such as Hazelton, New Hazelton, South Hazelton, Two Mile, Suskwa Valley, Miskinish (Cedarvale), Kitwanga Valley, Andimal, Kispiox Valley, and the seven Indigenous villages of Gitanyow, Gitwangak, Gitsegukla, Hagwilget, Gitanmaax, Sik-e-dakh, and Anspayaxw. Known for its natural beauty, this land holds significant cultural and health importance for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous residents. Explore The Hazeltons, the historic heartland of northwest BC.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for both part-time and full-time employees. Casuals may opt to pay for benefits.
• Three weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to outdoor activities and some of the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs available through Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important Note:

During your application, please upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if applicable).
• Supporting documents related to education and qualifications, such as certificates, diplomas, transcripts, etc.
• It is recommended to include a cover letter and resume.

International Applicants: Please review the application steps on the Northern Health careers page before applying.

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.
• CPR, First Aid, and Food Safe certificates.
• Use of a personal vehicle.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Physical ability to perform job duties.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Organization and prioritization skills.
• Operation of related equipment.
• Home management skills.

Who we are

Northern Health serves an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers, providing health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based healthcare to a population of 300,000. Employing over 7,000 staff, we offer diverse career opportunities across hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health units, and other specialized services in Northern BC.