Health Care Aide

Saint Elizabeth; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Education bursaries

Mentorship

Autonomy of practice

Research into Seniors Health

Work-life balance

Job summary

Saint Elizabeth is hiring for a front-line caregiver role in Canada. You will support seniors with daily activities, administer medications, plan and prepare meals, and document care details. You’ll work within a collaborative team, follow policy, and contribute to residents’ comfort and safety.

The role emphasizes autonomy in practice, compassionate care, and the ability to manage schedules while coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must have Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Health Care Aide/Residential Care Aide certification required.
• Food Safe certificate required.
• Registered with BC Care Aide Association.
• Class 4 driver license and vehicle access is an asset.
• Immunization including TB test up to date.
• Criminal/ Vulnerable Sector checks within 12 months.
• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living including feeding, transfers, bathing and hygiene.
• Provide delegated duties such as catheter care, dressings and mobilization.
• Administer medication per policy and provide reminders.
• Plan, prepare, serve meals and grocery shop.
• Observe client condition and report changes or unsafe conditions.
• Complete records and progress notes and maintain documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

Grade 12 completion

Health Care Aide certificate

Residential Care Aide certificate

Food Safe Certificate

Registration with BC Care Aide Association

Class 4 BC Driver’s license

TB test & immunization

Criminal Reference Check & Vulnerable Sector Check

Standard First Aid & CPR Level C

Job description

Make an Impact on Seniors Health!

SE Health RCWs are the best of the best. We provide care and independence to our residents, using a client- and family-centered approach that incorporates the most current research into practice. When you choose to join SE Health, you become part of a diverse and collaborative care team where you’ll apply your skills – and your heart – to provide services that support our residents to live and age well. You’ll make a difference in their lives, and they’ll make a difference in yours!

Why join our team?

• Competitive Total Rewards. So much more than a paycheque! Enjoy comprehensive benefits, pension, and exclusive staff perks.
• Growth That Meets Your Ambition. Build your skills with education bursaries, tuition support, ongoing training and mentorship. Our leadership team is available 24/7 to help you practice to full scope and deliver excellent care. With diverse roles and locations across Canada, you’ll have opportunities to explore new career paths or move into support and leadership positions.
• Empowerment. At our facility, our nurses are provided with a full degree of autonomy of practice, provide clinical leadership to our multi-disciplinary team every day, and are supported with leading-edge training related to Palliative and aging.
• Innovative. At SE, we are always looking for new, innovative ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged and supported to identify and make improvements to the way we do our work. As a social enterprise, we support research into Senior’s Health and Aging.
• Purpose & Impact Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation and strengthen communities across Canada.
• Manage your life. At SE, you’ll be supported with the time you need to meet the needs of your clients and meet your own needs, develop yourself and your career, and be part of a team.

Job Responsibilities/duties

• Assist clients with activities of daily living, such as feeding, lifts and transfers, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene and toileting
• Perform delegated tasks for duties such as catheter care, suppositories, non-sterile dressings and mobilization routines for complex care clients
• Administer medication to clients and provide medication reminders, in accordance to established policy
• Plans, prepares and serves meals and shops for groceries
• Observes clients and their environments and report unsafe conditions and behavioral and physical changes
• Completes and maintains related records and documentation such as communication books and progress notes
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Grade 12 completion
• Health Care Aide/Residential Care Aide certificate
• Food Safe Certificate
• Registration with BC Care Aide Association
• Class 4 BC Driver’s license and access to a vehicle is an asset (Monetary assistance provided to obtain class 4)
• Up to date immunization record including a current TB test within 1 year.
• A satisfactory Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check issued in the past 12 months
• Current Standard First Aid & Level C CPR
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team, with excellent organizational skills to manage your schedule.
• Compassionate, respectful, and sincere manner, with ability to deal with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner Effective problem-solving and conflict management skills.
• This is a physically demanding position and requires hand, arm and shoulder dexterity, sensory ability, lifting to a maximum of approximately fifty-five (55) pounds, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and frequent movement.

Knowledge & abilities

• Home Management skills
• Flexible working hours – able to work overnight, evening and weekends
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Ability to operate related equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to organize and prioritize
• Experience with quadriplegics and behavioral conditions such as Dementia & Autism would be an asset

About SE Health

SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential. We’re also an inclusive, supportive workplace offering competitive compensation, strong benefits and real opportunities to grow. We’re All In Together.

Accessibility

If you require accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]

AI and compensation details

We use AI to take notes during our interview. All applications and interviews are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. This role is a new position. The hiring pay range is $27.92–$29.60 per hour, based on experience.

Posted Aug 13, 2026