Community Care Assistant (Community Health Worker)

Salary Details The salary range for this position is CAD $29.76/Hr. - CAD $31.64/Hr. Job Summary Come work as a Community Care Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at the Home Support team in Vancouver, BC! Apply now to join the team! Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Community Care Assistant works under the direction works under the direction of the Supervisor/Coordinator/Manager or delegate to provide home support services to clients. Assists clients with varied levels of care, observes, and reports significant changes in the client’s presentation. Collaborates 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). Motivates, encourages, and involves clients in their care. Provides 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 (e.g. 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 (e.g. vacuuming, sweeping, preparing meals, etc.). Ability to motivate clients and encourage progression through therapeutic goals. Ability to respond effectively and appropriate in a workplace setting. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Closing Statement The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. 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 counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. ***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

The Community Care Assistant provides home support services to clients, assisting with activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living. They also observe and report changes in client presentation while collaborating with the healthcare team to maximize client independence.

Candidates must have graduated from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program and hold active registration with the BC Community Health Worker and Care Aide Registry. A valid BC driver's license and access to a vehicle are required for local travel.

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Extended health benefits • Municipal pension plan • Employer-paid training • Leadership development • Wellness supports • Counselling services • Recognition programs

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• Client-centered care
• Home support
• Activities of daily living
• Dementia care
• Palliative care
• Injury prevention
• Mechanical lifts
• Workplace violence prevention
• Harm reduction
• Computerized information systems
• Communication skills
• Motivational support
• Culturally safe care
• Workload management
• Home management
• Dementia
• Support Services
• Valid Driver's License
• Motivational Skills
• Patient-Centered Care
• Research
• Injury Prevention
• Literacy
• Teaching
• Management
• Care Planning
• Closing Argument
• Communicable Diseases
• Communication
• Community Health
• Disabilities
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Geriatrics
• Health Policies
• Innovation
• Leadership Development
• Mechanics
• Publicly Funded Health Care
• Non-Verbal Communication
• Palliative Care
• Workplace Violence Prevention And Response
• Registration
• Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Teamwork

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Community Health Worker
• Community Health Workers

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

25 août 2027

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

36 heures par semaine