Big Hearts Home Healthcare is looking for reliable health care aides to start regular and steady work immediately. We aim to match our care aides and clients for a long term, trusting relationship and an optimal work-life balance. We service injured workers, accident victims, discharged patients and others. This position will be within the local area and applicants are encouraged to have a car to commute to client homes. Applicants are invited to apply and interviews will be held end of this week.

Under the direction of the Operations Director, the Health Care Aide provides direct care to clients to fulfil the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual needs of clients and in accordance with the home's policies, procedures and work routines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Meal Preparation: Plan and prepare nutritious meals according to the client’s dietary needs and preferences.
- Homemaking: Perform light housekeeping tasks.
- Medication Reminders: Ensure clients take their medications on time, as directed.
- Transportation/Errands (if applicable): Assist clients with transportation to appointments, shopping, or social activities, as needed.
- Assist clients with ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming, mobility support.
- Monitoring and Reporting : Observe changes in the client's condition Consult with care manager on activities, needs and problems related to client care




- Utilize observation skills to note changes in client's condition
- Encourage participation in activity programs by assisting clients
- Provide emotional and social support to clients/families including palliative care
- Adhere to policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, and environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Ability to read and write English/Other languages an asset
- Health Care Aide certification
- Long Term Care experience preferred
- Regular lifting and moving clients, equipment and supplies
- Recent and clear Criminal Record Check
- Organizational skills and ability to complete assignments in a timely manner
- Proof of required immunizations: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hep B, TB, etc.
- Driver's License, Reliable vehicle and clean drivers abstract

Big Hearts is an equal opportunity employer and only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted. You may visit www.bigheartshomecare.ca to learn more about us.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Perks:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Do you have HCA/CARE AIDE registration in BC?
- When are you available to start?
- Do you have experience working with seniors?

- What is your Working Availability?
- Do you have a car and driving license(Class 5)?
- Are you able to work in Parksville, BC?

Work Location: In person

📌 Health Care Assistant (HCA)-(Female)
🏢 Big Hearts Home Healthcare
📍 Canada