HCA Health Care Aide

Bayshore HealthCare; Penticton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Bayshore HealthCare is seeking a compassionate Personal Caregiver in Penticton to deliver exceptional care and support to clients. Key responsibilities include providing personal care, homemaking services, and ensuring clients' comfort and safety. Join a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for clients with comprehensive training and benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training and professional development

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee assistance programs

Recognition and rewards programs

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited caregiver training program.
• Knowledge of caregiving principles and customer service.
• Physical ability to assist clients, lift up to 23 kg.

Responsibilities

• Provide homemaking services such as cleaning, cooking, and laundry.
• Administer personal care services as per care plans.
• Observe, document, and report client conditions.

Skills

Knowledge of caregiving principles

Customer service

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Physical ability to assist clients

Education

Completion of an accredited caregiver training program

Job description

Bayshore HealthCare, a leading provider of home and community health care services in Canada, is committed to enhancing the quality of life, dignity, and independence of its clients. With over 80 home care offices, 11 pharmacies, and more than 100 community care clinics nationwide, Bayshore employs over 18,000 staff members serving more than 350,000 clients annually.

We are seeking a compassionate Personal Caregiver to join our team in Penticton. The role involves delivering exceptional care and support to clients, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

Work location:

Penticton

Pay range:

$23.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide homemaking services such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, and household management
• Offer companionship and accompany clients to community activities
• Administer personal care services as per care plans
• Ensure clients' emotional, spiritual, and physical comfort and safety
• Assist with activities of daily living tailored to client needs
• Perform specialized procedures with proper training and current competency
• Observe, document, and report client conditions and any changes
• Follow infection prevention practices

We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience
• Flexible working hours
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive work environment
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Recognition and rewards programs

Requirements:

• Completion of an accredited caregiver training program
• Knowledge of caregiving principles and customer service
• Proficiency in spoken and written English; French is an asset
• Ability to provide high-quality community care services
• Physical ability to assist clients, lift up to 23 kg, squat, bend, stand, and reach
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto
• Clear criminal background and Vulnerable Sector checks

Note: Depending on provincial regulations, proof of vaccination may be required. Bayshore is committed to an inclusive and equitable workplace, supporting diversity and accommodating needs during recruitment.