Care Aide (Hospice)

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Within the context of a resident/client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Care Aide works under the functional direction of a Registered Nurse or other nurse designate and in cooperation with interdisciplinary team members to assist in the delivery of compassionate and culturally safe resident/client care. Following established care plans provides personal care; bathes, grooms, dresses, assists with meals and oral hygiene and performs nursing care duties as applicable. Responds to call bells/alarms. Observes and monitors resident/clients’ progress, symptoms and behavioural changes and reports/records significant observations. Utilizes mechanical aides such as specialty beds, wheelchairs and stretchers to transport resident/clients and provides assistance with lifting and/or transferring of resident/clients following established lifting/safety techniques. Maintains a clean and safe environment for residents/clients and staff. Performs other related duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:

Education & ExperienceGrade 10 (including English 10). Graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program, one-year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Current/Active Registration with BC Community Health Worker and Care Aide Registry.

Knowledge & AbilitiesBasic 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 resident/client centered care with people with dementia.Demonstrated ability to practice from a harm reduction approach.Basic technology literacy and ability to operate a computerized resident/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 directions from the health care team and clients.Ability to respond effectively and appropriate in a workplace setting.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

 

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.

Details

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.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.