Health Care Assistant

3 weeks ago

Courtenay, British Columbia, Canada Retirement Concepts Full time

This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.

Location: Comox Valley Seniors Village

Position: Casual

About Us

At Retirement Concepts and West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and are equally committed to our residents and staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.

About the Role

The Health Care Aide (HCA) reports to the Director of Care and/or designate and provides person-centred and quality care. The HCA at our communities is an integral member of the team, performing their role in accordance with established policies and procedures, while maintaining the rights of residents and ensuring they are treated with respect and dignity.

Responsibilities

Include but not limited to:

  • Follows established care plans.
  • Provides personal care for our residents from admission or transfer, including bathing, grooming, dressing, assists with meals, oral hygiene, and performing other care duties as applicable.
  • Responds to call bells/alarms.
  • Observes and monitors residents' progress, symptoms, and behavioural changes and reports significant observations.
  • Utilizes proper safety protocols when operating mechanical aids such as specialty beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers to transport residents.
  • Aids with lifting and/or transferring of residents by following established lifting/safety techniques.
  • Provides residents with nutritional assistance (e.g. meals, nourishment, and tray service, assists residents to eat as needed). Assists residents to and from dining areas in accordance with meal service schedules. Reports any appetite/fluid/food intake changes or concerns immediately to the nurse.
  • Encourages resident participation in food service and clean-up.
  • Performs laundry of residents' personal clothing as required.
  • Involves the resident in organizing and maintaining their home environment, ensuring it is done according to the residents' wishes and needs.
  • Attends and participates in community and education programs.
  • Required to work positively and collaboratively with all team members and supervisors.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Graduate from a recognized Care Aide Program.
  • An active registration with the British Columbia Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.
  • Food Safe Level 1 Certificate an asset.
  • Medication Administration Certification an asset.
  • Previous experience in a long-term care facility an asset.
  • Demonstrates ability to provide compassionate and empathetic care.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
  • All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
  • Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift, and carry up to 25 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents, and other cleaning equipment.

Retirement Concepts and West Coast Seniors Housing Management is an equal opportunity employer.

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