HCA Health Care Aide

Bayshore HealthCare; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Dawson Creek is seeking a compassionate Personal Caregiver to deliver exceptional care to clients. Responsibilities include homemaking services, personal care, and ensuring clients' comfort and safety. Ideal candidates will have completed caregiver training and possess strong knowledge of caregiving principles. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Ongoing professional development

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited caregiver training program or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of caregiving principles and customer service.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English; French skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive homemaking services including cleaning and cooking.
• Administer personal care services according to care plan directives.
• Ensure emotional, spiritual, and physical comfort of clients.

Skills

Caregiving principles

Customer service

English proficiency

Movement assistance

Transportation reliability

Education

Accredited caregiver training program

Job description

Job Description

Bayshore HealthCare is one of Canada’s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare has been a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. In 2015, Bayshore received the Best Practice Spotlight Organization designation from the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list. With locations across the country, including more than 80 home care offices, 11 pharmacies, and over 100 community care clinics, Bayshore employs more than 18,000 staff members and provides care to over 350,000 clients annually. We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life, dignity, and independence of all Canadians by providing customized care plans and solutions that enable clients to remain in the comfort of their own homes.

Bayshore is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Personal Caregiver to join our team. The successful candidate will deliver exceptional care and support to our clients, ensuring their comfort, safety, and overall well-being.

Work location: Dawson Creek

Pay range: $23.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive homemaking services, including cleaning, cooking, laundry, and household management
• Offer companionship and accompany clients to community activities and events
• Administer personal care services according to care plan directives
• Ensure the emotional, spiritual, and physical comfort and safety of clients
• Assist clients with activities of daily living, tailored to their needs
• Perform specialized procedures with proper training and current competency
• Observe and document client conditions, report changes or unusual events to supervisor or office
• Implement infection prevention practices

We Offer:

• Competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience
• Flexible working hours
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive work environment emphasizing collaboration and respect
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Recognition and rewards programs

Job Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited caregiver training program or equivalent education and experience
• Strong knowledge of caregiving principles and customer service
• Proficiency in spoken and written English; French skills are an asset
• Ability to provide high-quality community care services with current best practices knowledge
• Physical ability to assist with movement, lift up to 23 kg, squat, bend, stand, and reach
• Reliable transportation; driver’s license and vehicle are assets
• Clear Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Check

Note: Depending on provincial regulations and the specific role, new hires may need to show proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, and Seasonal Flu. Exemptions will be considered based on Human Rights Code criteria.

At Bayshore Healthcare, we are committed to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging that embraces individual differences through supportive programs, resources, and policies.

We operate in full compliance with all applicable Human Rights and Accessibility legislation. Candidates are encouraged to disclose any accommodation needs during the recruitment process.