Registered Care Aide with a Car- North Saanich

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

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Paid training

Direct deposit & holiday pay

Flexible hours (24/7 service coverage)

Job summary

Comfort Keepers Victoria is hiring a Registered Care Aide to support seniors in the Victoria area. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, following care plans, and reporting changes to the health care team.

Requirements include completion of a recognized Health Care Assistant program and BC Registry Number, plus a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for local travel.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow care plans and report changes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering client care and home support services under health care team.
• Observe and report significant changes in clients presentation.
• Collaborate with health care team, clients and caregivers to maximize independence in ADLs and IADLs.
• Assist with bathing, mobility, dressing, feeding and toileting.
• Support household activities including meal prep, shopping and laundry.
• Motivate and involve clients in their care.
• Provide input in care planning with the health care team.
• Maintain clean and safe environment for clients and staff.
• Drive clients in their vehicle to appointments and outings.

Education

Health Care Assistant program

BC Registry Number

Job description

Come Join The Comfort Keepers Team Today!

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.

As a Caregiveryou 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 benefitsto 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 anda reliable vehicle, willing to commute is a must
• 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 .