Healthcare Support Worker

4 weeks ago

Prince George, British Columbia, Canada Northern Health Authority Full time
Program Overview

Northern Health Authority is offering a unique training opportunity for individuals interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. The Healthcare Support Worker - Training Opportunity program is designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in this field.

Program Details

The program will involve participants completing the Health Care Assistant certification program at a post-secondary institution with tuition paid for by the Ministry of Health. Participants will also receive a stipend for 37.5 hours per week while studying. The stipend rate is $24.80 per hour.

The program takes approximately 10.5 months to complete. Upon successful completion and registration with the BC Care Aide/Community Health Worker Registry, participants will commence employment as a Care Aide in the Long Term Care sector. Placement will depend on employer need and seat availability.

Requirements

To be eligible for the program, participants must meet the following requirements:

• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof in the form of the BC Vaccine Card.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or have Permanent Residency status in Canada.
• Must complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) for working with children and vulnerable adults.
• Must possess a valid BC Drivers License and reliable vehicle for business purposes (only required for Home Support sector).
• Must meet the College admission requirements for the Health Care Assistant Program in a timely manner. Those accepted by the college first will stand a better chance of securing a seat.
• Must sign a 12-month return of service (ROS) agreement. The ROS period commences upon becoming registered and starting in a Care Aide or Community Health Worker position.
• Must sign the Healthcare Support Worker Certificate Program Waiver that allows the sharing of relevant information with the post-secondary institution.
• Must pass an English proficiency test within the last 24 months if English is a second language or if educated outside of Canada.
• Must not be currently performing a Health Care Aide role and have not previously completed the HCA program in BC.

Program Benefits

Participants will receive a stipend of $24.80 per hour for 37.5 hours per week, via Northern Health Payroll, funded by the Ministry of Health. The Ministry of Health will also pay the tuition & fees directly to the college and provide participants with a one-time $342 stipend to assist with the costs of pre-requisite courses and necessary books.

The program may be a combination of online and face-to-face learning. The theory portion of the program will be Monday to Friday, while clinicals and practicum/preceptorship portions will be varied shift days and times, including weekends and nights. Travel and overnight stays may be required for class, labs, or clinical placements, with some associated costs covered by the program.

Post-Program Requirements

Upon successful completion of the program, participants are required to apply for registration with the BC Care Aide/Community Health Worker Registry promptly upon receiving confirmation of completion by the post-secondary institution. The term of the Health Care Support Worker position will be deemed to have ended, and participants will immediately apply on vacancies and accept a Community Health Worker position as required under the Return of Service Agreement.

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