Community Health Worker

6 months ago


Courtenay, Canada Island Health Full time

We're seeking a dedicated Community Health Worker to join our team In this role, you'll provide personal care assistance and support to clients and their caregivers/families to promote and maximize independence in the home. Duties include providing assistance with the activities of daily living and delegated tasks, as directed and in accordance with established plans of care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Home Support/Resident Care Attendant/Health Care Assistant Certificate from a recognized post-secondary program; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Food Safe Certificate; and valid BC driver's license.
- Current registration and in good standing with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

- Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physically able to perform the duties of the job.
- Demonstrated ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of individuals within the community. If you are compassionate, detail-oriented, and committed to improving healthcare outcomes, we encourage you to apply. Travel may be a requirement of this position.

Pay: $27.92-$29.60 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person



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