Care Aide | Community Health Worker

Position Summary
Interior Health is currently seeking a Community Health Worker to join our team at the Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital in beautiful Clearwater, BC.

Are you dedicated to delivering patient-centered care? Are you looking for a flexible work schedule? If the answer is 'yes' then we want to hear from you!

Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions to support you at every stage of your career:

1. Employee & Family Assistance Program
2. Employer paid training/education opportunities
3. Generous Vacation Entitlement
4. Employer Paid Health Benefits
5. Municipal Pension Plan
6. Shift Premiums
7. Competitive wages

About the Job
As a Community Health Worker, you will work as part of a dynamic team of Nurses and LPNs who support Community Clients’ independence and ability to stay at home. Community Health Workers provide home support services to clients, by assisting with personal care and daily living, while promoting maximum independence. Community Health Workers are key players in the home health care plan for each client.

Typical duties include:

1. Activities of daily personal care, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene
2. Household duties related to maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home
3. Meal preparation in accordance with designated plans
4. Assistance with mobility and transfers
5. Observing and reporting changes in client behaviour and condition
6. Performing delegated tasks according to training and procedures

This is a Casual Opportunity. Casual means hours are not guaranteed and may vary, and shifts may be at short notice. Casual employees are eligible to apply for internal postings including permanent and temporary positions. There are many opportunities with Interior Health that begin with casual employment and lead to regular employment.

Shifts of work will be scheduled days and evenings; rotating from 07:00 to 14:30, 14:30 to 22:00 hours.

Qualifications

1. Grade 12
2. Graduation from a recognized Resident Care Aide/Home Support Worker Program, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience
3. BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker registry (please include your number)
4. Current valid BC Drivers’ License and use of a reliable vehicle

*Along with a copy of your CV (or resume), please provide a copy of your certificate.*