Health Care Aid ( HCA)

Mimak Care Corporation; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mimak Care Corporation in British Columbia is seeking qualified Health Care Assistants (HCAs) for assignments across the province, including long-term care and assisted living facilities. The role requires current registration and a recognized HCA certificate.

Candidates must have CPR/First Aid, a clean criminal record with vulnerable sector check, TB/MMR immunization, and the ability to support residents with personal care, mobility, transfers, and daily living activities.

Qualifications

• Current registration in good standing with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.
• Recognized Health Care Assistant / Care Aide certificate.
• Valid CPR/First Aid certification, as required.
• Valid criminal record check, including vulnerable sector clearance ( within 6 months).
• TB screening and immunization records (MMR).
• Ability to safely assist residents with personal care, mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work within the HCA scope of practice and follow the direction of regulated healthcare professionals.
• Safe resident handling and transfer training.
• Dementia and responsive behaviour training.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Support mobility and transfers for residents.
• Document care activities accurately and timely.
• Follow directions of regulated healthcare professionals.
• Maintain resident safety and well-being.
• Participate in dementia and responsive behaviour training.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Scope of practice

Resident care

Education

Health Care Assistant / Care Aide certificate

BC Registry registration

Job description

Health Care Assistant (HCA) – British Columbia

Mimak Care is seeking qualified and compassionate Health Care Assistants (HCAs) for assignments across British Columbia, including long-term care and assisted living facilities.

Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Current registration in good standing with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry
• Recognized Health Care Assistant / Care Aide certificate
• Valid CPR/First Aid certification, as required
• Valid criminal record check, including vulnerable sector clearance ( within 6 months)
• TB screening and immunization records (MMR)
• Ability to safely assist residents with personal care, mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work within the HCA scope of practice and follow the direction of regulated healthcare professionals
• Safe resident handling and transfer training
• Dementia and responsive behaviour training

All successful candidates must maintain valid credentials and comply with Mimak Care policies, facility requirements, confidentiality obligations, workplace safety standards, and applicable BC legislation. Additional documentation or training may be required depending on the assignment.

Mimak Care is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable human rights legislation.