Community Health Worker | Mental Health

Position Summary

Interior Health is currently seeking a Community Health Worker to join our Flexible Adaptable Home Support team (FAHST) in beautiful Kamloops, B.C.

This position provides services to clients who may be residing in shelter or low barrier areas.

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 is 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.

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.

This opportunity is for those with a passion for helping individuals who are underserved in non-traditional settings within the community.

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
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 with training and procedures

This is a permanent part-time (0.92 FTE) opportunity.

Shifts of work will be scheduled evenings with shift times of 14:00 to 22:00 hours.

About this location/unit:

The Flexible Adaptable Home Support Team (FAHST) provides Home Support services to vulnerable clients who may require more flexibility and consistency in their care. Home Support workers work with the support of Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered Nurses and others. Clients of FAHST typically face multiple barriers to accessing health care and may also be unhoused or struggling to maintain housing.

Kamloops is located in a scenic valley in BC’s Thompson Okanagan Region at the junction of the North and South Thompson Rivers. It is British Columbia’s third largest city. Residents of this dynamic and growing community enjoy a unique combination of urban amenities and stunning natural surroundings. Kamloops boasts a Wild West history that includes the fur trade, the gold rush, and cattle ranching. Recreational amenities include everything from an art gallery and museum to several golf courses and numerous parks. Fishing, water sports, skiing, and mountain biking are among the numerous leisure pursuits enjoyed by residents.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

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*