Community Health Worker II (Health Care Assistant / Care Aide) - Jobs in Squamish, BC

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Job Title: Community Health Worker 2Work Site: Home Support - Howe SoundStatus: Casual (0 FTE)Start Date: MAY 12, 2021Salary: $23.27 - $25.45 per hourHours: variousReference#: 144629-eagJOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Community Health Worker 2 works under the direction of the Supervisor/Coordinator/Manager or delegate to provide home support services to clients. Assists clients with the activities of daily living within varied settings to promote maximum independence; observes and documents on client’s health condition and environment, reports significant and unsafe observations and provides support and guidance. Provides input and feedback in the care planning process, assists in meeting the nutritional and elimination needs of clients, and performs delegated tasks under the Transfer of Function guidelines for clients in specific situations for which training has been provided.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & ExperienceGrade 10, graduation from a recognized Home Support/Resident Care Aide program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Valid BC Drivers License. Local travel requires the use of a personal vehicle.Knowledge & AbilitiesHome management skills.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.Ability to operate related equipment.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally in writing.Ability to organize and prioritize.Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH):VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension planGrow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunitiesWellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate familiesAward-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteersAccess to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staffDiversity, equity and inclusion are essential to delivering exceptional care and building a great place to work. At VCH, we value and accommodate unique differences to ensure that our staff and medical staff (both current and prospective) have the opportunity and are supported to thrive.To build a strong and representative workforce, we are seeking candidates who will contribute to a caring and inclusive culture. We encourage applications from members of communities that are disadvantaged on any grounds under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including Indigenous Peoples, people of colour, people of all genders and sexualities and people with disabilities.VCH is proud to be recognized as a Best Place to Work in Canada in 2021 by Glassdoor and Forbes.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.***Employees of VCH must apply via the Internal Application Process. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for How to Apply instructions. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.