Health Care Assistant

The Care Group; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Health Care Assistants to join their dedicated team in Vancouver. This role involves providing holistic personal care, ensuring resident safety, and maintaining communication with the healthcare team. The facility, set in a heritage estate, offers a supportive environment with a focus on quality care. Ideal candidates will be graduates of recognized care programs, registered with the BC Care Aide Registry, and possess relevant certifications. If you are passionate about enhancing the lives of others and thrive in a nurturing environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved Care Aide, RCA, Nursing assistant, or PSW program.
• Registered and in good standing with the BC Care Aide Registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic personal, emotional, and psychosocial care to residents.
• Monitor, report, and document changes in residents' health status.

Skills

Communication Skills

Personal Care Skills

Holistic Care

Monitoring Health Status

Education

Care Aide Program

Registered Care Aide Certification

First Aid Certification

WHMIS Certification

Food Safe Certification

Tools

Electric Beds

Mechanical Lifts

Wheelchairs

Job description

Direct Nursing Service is hiring for Health Care Assistants

Shifts are vary, FT and PT, casual are available

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for Health Care Assistants to join our Casa Mia Care team in Vancouver, B.C.

What is in for you?

PRIMARY DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide holistic personal, emotional and psychosocial care to residents
2. Provide personal hygiene, oral care, skincare, toileting, bathing, feeding, dressing, and grooming
3. Use a variety of specialized equipment such as electric beds, mechanical lifts, tubs, and wheelchairs
4. Actively participate in facility meetings and education programs
5. Assist in admission, discharge, and transfer of residents
6. Be fluent in verbal, written, and electronic communication in English
7. Ensure the highest resident safety and well-being
8. Monitor, report, and document changes in resident’s health status

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an approved Care Aide, RCA, Nursing assistant, or PSW program
• Registered and in good standing with the BC Care Aide Registry
• Current First Aid, WHMIS and Food Safe Certificates
• Must be in good health and be physically able to perform all aspects of the position
• Previous experience in Long Term Care is preferred
• COVID-19 Immunization Certificate

About Casa Mia Care:

Casa Mia is a heritage estate property located along Vancouver’s Southwest Marine Drive. This heritage home offers 90 long term care beds, consisting of primarily single occupancy rooms. Many with expansive views over the Fraser River. Casa Mia is a storied 1930’s mansion boasting views of gorgeous grounds, the Fraser River, Georgia Straight, and the mountains of Vancouver Island. With large windows, homelike furnishings, and compassionate caregivers, our residents are well taken care of. This estate home features three stories with a grand dining area, ballroom, recreation areas and large outdoor patios on each floor. The desirable location and newly built home provide our clients with a modern care environment with a throwback to Vancouver’s heritage. Casa Mia works in collaboration with the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority to offer funded beds but also has 32 private pay rooms available.