Home Support CHW Supervisor, LPN

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Island Health in Nanaimo is seeking a Home Support CHW Supervisor, LPN to supervise field staff and coordinate home support services. The role includes overseeing service delivery, training CHWs, and evaluating competency while providing nursing care in the community setting.

The position requires LPN registration in BC, 3+ years of relevant experience including supervisory duties, and a BC driver’s license. Travel between sites is required; approx. 0.70 FTE with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Two plus years supervisory or lead experience in community health or equivalent.
• Valid BC Driver's License and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Home Support CHWs and oversee field service delivery.
• Coordinate implementation of service plans and provide training.
• Assess client needs and collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Deliver nursing care within LPN standards and employer policies.

Skills

Supervision

Clinical knowledge

Communication

Rapport building

Independent work

Assessment

Planning & prioritizing

Equipment operation

Computer skills

Nursing care

Education

LPN registration

3 years nursing experience incl supervisory

BC Driver's License

Tools

BC College of Nurses & Midwives (BC CNMs)

Job description

Home Support CHW Supervisor, LPN - (233411)

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0700-1600 / 1100-2000 / 1500-2400

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Temp PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$34.20 - $46.40

Paid FTE

0.70

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

49.79

Planned Start Date

Aug. 20 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Sep. 1 2028

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

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

Required for Professional Registration

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.

The Home Support CHW Supervisor, LPN supports the coordination and delivery of Home Support Services by supervising the service and direct care practice of Community Health Workers (CHW's) in the field; overseeing the implementation of service plans; providing training to CHW's and evaluating their skills and competency in delivering client care/service. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, performs assessments, implements and provides personal and nursing care for clients in a community health setting. Provides nursing care within the LPN Standards of Practice as outlined by BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BC College of Nurses and Midwives) and within employer policies, procedures, limits and conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.Three (3) years of recent, related acute, residential or community care experience including one (1) year supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Valid BC Driver's License and a reliable vehicle.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to supervise others.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills within a specific clinical specialty or client/patient/resident population dependent on the nature of the caseload (e.g. acute care, gerontology, palliative, etc.).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Ability to assess and recognize changes in clients.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize.
• Ability to operate related equipment including proficiency in relevant computer applications.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

A first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs) are here in BC! Island Health, alongside BC's other health authorities, is implementing mNPRs as a transformative staffing initiative that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.