Personal Care Aide

Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation; Tofino; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation is seeking a Personal Care Aide to join their Health Department. The role involves providing essential care services to community members in Tofino, with a focus on fostering a supportive environment. The ideal candidate should demonstrate compassion and have relevant certifications. Responsibilities include personal care, medication tasks, and maintaining client records and well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary with extended benefits

Qualifications

• Home Support/Resident Care Attendant Certificate or equivalent; current PCA students considered.
• At least 1 year of PCA/HCA experience preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care to clients including bathing and assistance with daily living.
• Performs delegated tasks such as medication administration under supervision.
• Encourages independence and self-sufficiency in clients.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Empathy

Education

Home Support/Resident Care Attendant Certificate

First Aid certification

Food Safe certification

Job description

Position Summary: The Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations Health Department is seeking a dedicated individual to provide care services to Tla-o-qui-aht clients in Esowista, Ty-Histanis, and Opitsaht. The ideal candidate should be energetic, compassionate, and driven. This is a full-time position that requires travel, necessitating a personal vehicle and a valid driver's license from British Columbia.

Culture Commitment: The Personal Care Aide upholds the culture of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations by supporting the Nation’s members. The role aims to foster a healthy, supportive community that values huu-piits-tulth (helping one another).

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides personal care to clients, including bathing, skin and hair care, feeding, transfers, and assistance with toilet needs.
2. Performs delegated tasks such as medication administration, catheter care, and dressing applications, following specific training.
3. Participates in prescribed exercises and mobilization routines for clients.
4. Monitors clients' and their caregivers' well-being.
5. Provides basic information on daily living, meal planning, and special diets; assists with feeding if needed.
6. Maintains client records and performs related care duties.
7. Encourages independence and self-sufficiency for clients and families.
8. Observes infection control procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
9. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Home Support/Resident Care Attendant Certificate (Health Care Aid certification) or equivalent; current PCA students considered.
• First Aid certification is an asset.
• At least 1 year of PCA/HCA experience preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license is required.
• Food Safe certification is an asset.
• Criminal record check is required.
• Preference given to qualified Aboriginal applicants.

Company

Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation

Location

Tofino

Contact Information

Competitive salary with extended benefits. Immediate start preferred. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Send your resume and cover letter demonstrating your qualifications to: Lisa Kingsley, Human Resources Manager, Email: [e-mail], or deliver in a sealed envelope to #1119 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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