Health Care Support Worker - Full Time

Bonaventure Support Services; Parksville; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation entitlement (2 weeks)

RRSP contribution

Extended health/dental/life insurance

EFAP

Job summary

Bonaventure Support Services in Parksville, BC is hiring Health Care Support Workers to join a values-driven team in a live-in group home setting. You will provide personal care, help with mobility, administer medications, and support activities of daily living with dignity and respect.

We offer opportunities for ongoing training, progression, and a collaborative workplace that focuses on inclusion, safety, and meaningful participation in community life on Vancouver Island.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal behaviour and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a high-stress environment.
• Valid BC Driver's License and related clearances are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, lifts, transfers, and health support for individuals with mobility needs.
• Operate an adapted wheelchair-accessible van for safe community access.
• Support daily living activities, recreation, and skill development.
• Safely administer, monitor, and record medications according to established protocols.
• Apply positive behavioural intervention strategies and respond to crises with risk management.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Diploma or Degree (CSW/RCA/SIVA)

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Join our caring, collaborative team at Bonaventure Support Services as a Health Care Support Worker in Parksville, BC!

JobTitle:Health Care Support Worker

Location:Parksville,BC

PositionType: TemporaryFull time hourly - (36 hours)

Schedule:Thursday & Friday (8am-8pm) Saturday & Sunday (4 pm- 10 pm)

Wage:$25.14 - $28.73 per hour

Why Join Us?

Bonaventure Support Services is avalues-driven agency supporting children, youth, and adults with diverseabilities across Vancouver Island. We take a person-centered, dignity-focusedapproach, emphasizing inclusion, safety, and meaningful participation incommunity life. Our compassionate, collaborative culture ensures that bothemployees and the individuals we support can grow and thrive together.

At Bonaventure, we believe everyone deserves dignity, inclusion, and opportunities to thrive—both the people we support and our team members.

In partnership with the Ministryof Children and Family Development (MCFD), we are expanding our specializedgroup home in Parksville to support individuals with limited mobility. We’reseeking Health Care Support Workers (HCSWs) to provide compassionate,high-quality care in a homelike setting—helping people live with dignity andindependence while creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy.

The Role

As a Health Care Support Worker,you’ll work directly in a live-in group home setting, supporting individualswith limited mobility in both their daily care and community participation.

Guided by the Program Manager and working closely with a strong team, you will:

• Provide personal care, lifts, transfers, and health support for individuals with mobility needs
• Operate an adapted wheelchair-accessible van for safe community access
• Support individuals with daily living activities, recreation, and skill development
• Safely administer, monitor, and record medications according to established protocols
• Apply positive behavioural intervention strategies, recognizing behaviour as communication
• Respond to challenging situations using crisis intervention and risk management strategies
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment, reporting safety issues promptly
• Build strong, respectful relationships with supported individuals, families, and colleagues

This role requires a balance of compassion, clinical skill, and professionalism. You will be a steady presence in the home, helping individuals feel safe, empowered, and cared for.

What you bring

• Preferred formal education(Diploma or Degree, CSW, RCA, SIVA etc.) and/or work experience with persons with diverse-abilities and/or other relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal behaviour andcommunication skills.
• A genuine desire and ability to support individuals with diverse-abilities, promoting dignity, independence, individuality.
• Ability to work independently in a highstress environment.
• Must be in good health with the physicalability to carry out the duties of the position and shift responsibilities.

Requirements

• Valid BC Driver's License, and willingness to obtain a Class 4 within three months.
• RCMP Criminal Record Check & MCFDHub Screening (employer facilitated).
• First Aid and CPR, Food Safe Level 1.
• 3 References (including one from yourmost recent employer).
• Immunization record, TB Screen, and Physician's Declaration.

What We Offer

• Progressive vacation entitlement, starting at 2 weeks.
• RRSP contribution program
• Extended health, dental, and lifeinsurance coverage.
• Ongoing training and professionaldevelopment opportunities.
• Employee &Family Assistance Program (EFAP)