Community Health Worker

1 week ago

Fernie, Canada Interior Health Authority Full time

Interior Health is currently seeking a Community Health Worker to join our team at the Fernie Health Centre in beautiful Fernie, BC.

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

**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.

**Typical duties include**:

- Activities of daily personal care, such as bathing, dressing, grooming and oral hygiene
- Household duties related to maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home
- Meal preparation in accordance with designated plans
- Assistance with mobility and transfers
- Observing and reporting changes in client behaviour and condition
- Performing delegated tasks according with training and procedures

**This is a 0.74 PERMANENT PART TIME opportunity **. This is 4 on 4 off, serving Fernie and the South Country clients. Shifts of work will be days rotating from 07:00 to 15:30.

The successful applicant of a permanent posting will be eligible for our full comprehensive benefits plan including medical and dental coverage, group life and disability insurance, paid sick and vacation time and an excellent pension

For people with certain health issues, age-related limitations or other disabilities, managing everyday tasks can be challenging. The support that we provide through the Home Support program enables clients to recover or simply remain at home rather than in a hospital or care facility - in many cases our visits can be the highlight of their day If you are looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work while joining a great team, Fernie Health Centre is the place for you.

**About this location/unit**:
Fernie Fernie is a historic mountain town founded in 1898. Fernie is located in southeast British Columbia, Canada and is completely surrounded by the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

**Employment Benefits**:
We offer a range of employee benefits and services to support you at every stage of your career:

- Employer paid vacation
- Insurance premiums 100% paid by Interior Health
- Medical Services Plan
- Extended Health Coverage
- Dental Health Coverage
- Pension Plan

Interior Health is an organization where you have room to grow and where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you.

See why Interior Health is a Top 100 BC Employer
- Grade 12
- Graduation from a recognized Resident Care Aide/Home Support Worker Program, or an equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience
- BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker registry (please include your number)
- 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.*

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