Community Health Worker

1 month ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

About the Role

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Community Health Worker to join our team at Robery & Lily Lee Family CHC in Vancouver, BC.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide home support services to clients under the direction of the Supervisor/Coordinator/Manager or delegate.
  • Assist clients with varied levels of care, observe, and report significant changes in the client's presentation.
  • Collaborate with the health care team, clients, and their caregivers to maximize independence with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
  • Motivate, encourage, and involve clients in their care.
  • Provide input and feedback in the care planning process to the health care team.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program.
  • Current/Active Registration with BC Community Health Worker and Care Aide Registry.
  • Experience interacting with persons with dementia, geriatric, and/or palliative population will be an asset.
  • Must have Valid BC Driver's license and access to a vehicle, as local area travel may be required unless specified in the posting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Basic knowledge of client-centered care and promoting independence.
  • Demonstrates correct use of body-mechanics and knowledge of injury prevention.
  • Knowledge and ability to operate mechanical lifts, following safe work procedures.
  • Knowledge in workplace violence prevention including personal safety techniques.
  • Knowledge of patient-centered care with people with dementia.
  • Demonstrated ability to practice from a harm reduction approach.
  • Basic technology literacy and ability to operate a computerized client care information system and cellular phone.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in verbal, nonverbal, and written skills through a variety of communication methods (paper and/or electronic chart, telephone, and in-person).
  • Basic knowledge of self-care and motivational support.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply culturally safe and competent care, including when working with Indigenous peoples.
  • Ability to organize workload priorities within a team environment.
  • Ability to take direction from the health care team and clients.
  • Ability to perform home management skills (vacuuming, sweeping, preparing meals, etc.).
  • Ability to motivate clients and encourage progression through therapeutic goals.
  • Ability to respond effectively and appropriately in a workplace setting.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Why Work with Vancouver Coastal Health?

Vancouver Coastal Health is a world-class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. 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 plan.
  • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
  • Wellness supports, including counseling, critical incident, and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
  • Award-winning recognition programs to honor staff, medical staff, and volunteers.
  • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

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