Community Health Worker 2 - (213196)

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Community Health Worker to join their multidisciplinary team in Duncan, BC. The role involves providing personal care assistance and support to clients, ensuring their independence in a home setting. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and a valid BC Driver's License. This position emphasizes patient safety and requires effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Certificate from a recognized post-secondary program or equivalent experience.
• Valid BC Driver's License required.
• Current registration in good standing with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance and support to clients.
• Assist with activities of daily living and delegated tasks.
• Promote and maximize independence in the home setting.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Ability to deal effectively with others

Physically capable of performing job duties

Ability to operate related equipment

Education

Home Support/Resident Care Attendant/Health Care Assistant Certificate

Food Safe Certificate

Current registration with the 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 shared responsibility. The continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

As a member of a multidisciplinary healthcare 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. This includes assistance with activities of daily living and delegated tasks, as directed and in accordance with established plans of care.

Travel may be required for this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority and may require the use of a personal vehicle. A valid BC Driver's License is required.

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.
• 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 communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Physically capable of performing job duties.
• Organizational skills to manage work effectively.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

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