Health Care Assistant at the Care Group – Canada

Sidney Care Group is looking to recruit a competent and dedicated Health Care Assistant to join their Sidney Care team. The Sidney Care Group is committed to high quality, patient-centered care and constantly strives to improve performance. We are guided by the needs of our residents; the focus is placed on enhancing the quality of care by treating the resident as an equal partner in his or her care. We believe in the right of every individual to live with dignity, self-esteem and respect. We believe in providing a caring environment that nurtures the holistic well-being of clients, supports relationships within the community and encourages the growth and development of both clients and care team.

Sidney Care is located on Vancouver Island in sunny Sidney, BC and offers residential care to 54 clients. Sidney Care has been in operation for many years and provides a home like environment to its residents. The facility was recently renovated and is tastefully decorated. Sidney Care works in collaboration with the Vancouver Island Health Authority, to ensure quality care to all of our clients.

Position

Health Care Assistant

Salary

$28.74 an hour

Job Schedule

Full Time

Location

Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

Responsibilities and Duties

Provide holistic personal, emotional and psychosocial care to residents
Provide personal hygiene, oral care, skincare, toileting, bathing, feeding, dressing, and grooming
Use a variety of specialized equipment such as electric beds, mechanical lifts, tubs, and wheelchairs
Actively participate in facility meetings and education programs.
Assist in admission, discharge, and transfer of residents.
Be fluent in verbal, written, and electronic communication in English
Ensure highest resident safety and well-being
Monitor, report, and document changes in resident’s health status

Requirements

Graduate from an approved Care Aide, RCA, Nursing assistant, or PSW program
Registered and in good standing with the BC Care Aide Registry
Must have a valid Canadian work permit
Current First Aid, WHMIS, and Food Safe Certificates.
Must be in good health and be physically able to perform all aspects of the position.
Previous experience in Long Term Care preferred.
Proof of full vaccination

Benefits

Starting wage levelling at$28.74 an hour
LMIA available.
Beyond the perks that come with working for the area’s leading community healthcare provider, we offer opportunities for advanced learning and professional development, comprehensive benefits package including extended medical.