Registered Care Aide-Victoria for Cluster Shift

Comfort Keepers Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Paid training

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Job summary

Comfort Keepers Victoria is hiring a Registered Care Aide to join the Victoria area team for cluster shifts. You will participate in delivering client care at home, supporting ADLs/IADLs and coordinating with a health care team.

Ideal candidates have healthcare training, BC Registry number, and CPR/First Aid certification, with a valid driver’s license as a bonus. We offer paid training, extended health benefits, and flexible hours across the Greater Victoria area.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program or equivalent combination of education, training and experience with BC Registry Number.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; good interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work respectfully with clients and others.
• Physical ability to perform care duties and lift/move clients as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivery of client care and home support under direction of health care team.
• Observe clients and report significant changes in presentation to team.
• Assist with ADLs and IADLs to maximize independence.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, mobility, feeding, and toileting.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Organizational skills

Physical ability

Education

Health Care Assistant Program

BC Registry Number

First Aid/CPR certificate

Job description

Come make a difference and join the Comfort Keepers team!

Are you a strong team player and have a desire to help others? We are looking for a Registered Care Aide to join our team to work in the Victoria area for the cluster shift.

As a Caregiver you will make a difference in your clients lives by:

• Assisting in the delivery of client care and home support services under the direction of the health care team
• Assist clients with care, observe, and report significant changes in the client’s presentation
• Collaborate with the health care team, clients, and their caregivers to maximize independence with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)
• Assist clients with Bathing, showering, dressing, mobility, feeding, toileting
• Assist with household activities including meal prep, shopping for groceries laundry etc
• Motivate, encourage, and involve clients in their care
• Provide input and feedback in the care planning process to the health care team
• Maintaining a clean and safe environment for clients and staff
• Driving client in their vehicle to appointments and outings

Comfort Keepers offers the following benefits:

• Choose where you want to work – we cover the Greater Victoria area
• Choose your hours –we offer services 24/7
• Benefits – We offer extended health benefits to our staff
• Friendly Environment – 24-hour support available, a fun team-centric atmosphere
• Competitive Pay-including direct deposit and holiday pay. Starting wage at $25.00 per hour
• Paid Training – foster growth and development through paid web-based and in-person training
• Companionship & Friendship – Create lasting relationships with seniors and their loved ones

Job Requirements:

• Successful graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience with BC Registry Number
• Have or be able to get a criminal record check
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and proficiently both verbally and in writing
• Ability to deal with others effectively and respectfully
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Ability to organize work
• Ability to operate related equipment
• Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle is a bonus!
• First Aid/CPR certificate

Our office serves seniors across the island and surrounding communities, including Sidney, Saanich, Oak Bay, Fairfield, James Bay, Esquimalt & Westshore. This position may require travel to those areas – we do our best to match you with clients in your area.