Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Parksville; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority in Parksville, BC is seeking a Health Aide for long-term care to support residents with daily living activities. Under supervision of a registered nurse, you will assist with personal care, mobility, and comfort, while promoting autonomy and dignity.

Qualifications include Grade 10 and completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant program, plus registration with the BC Care Aide registry.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program or equivalent.
• Registration with the BC Care Aide registry is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living to meet physical, emotional and psychosocial needs.

Skills

Communicate effectively (verbal and in

Deal with others effectively

Operate related equipment

Physically able to perform duties

Education

Grade 10 plus Nursing Assistant program

BC Care Aide registry registration

Job description

Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only - (236699)

Trillium Lodge (TLLTC) - Parksville, BC V9P 2G9 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Trillium Lodge

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.64 - $31.64

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Oct. 19 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager and under the supervision and direction of the registered nurse or designate, the Health Aide assists the resident /client in activities of daily living to meet physical, emotional, psychosocial and spiritual needs and maintain optimal functioning while promoting residents' autonomy and choice.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program such as a Health Aide program or equivalent. Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically able to carry out the duties of the position.