Health Care Aide - HCA (British Columbia)

Health Care Aide - HCA (British Columbia)

03 Oct
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Retirement-Concepts-1
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British Columbia

03 Oct

Retirement-Concepts-1

British Columbia

Selkirk Seniors Village, Victoria, BC, CA
10 days ago Requisition ID: 2209
Salary Range: $31.64 To $31.64 Hourly
This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.
Location: Selkirk Seniors Village (Victoria, BC) Position: Casual About Us At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as afamily and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We providean engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. Weinvest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate inthe creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.
About the Role The Health Care Aide (HCA) reports to the Director of Care and/ordesignate and provides person served holistic and quality care. The HCA at ourcommunities is an integral member of the team, performing their role inaccordance with established policies and procedures, while maintaining therights of residents and ensuring they are treated with respect and dignity.
Responsibilities Includebut not limited to:
Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing andmaintaining skilled relationships that support and strengthen the organizationalculture and purpose.
Providespersonal care for our residents from admission or transfer including; bathing,grooming, dressing, assists with meals, oral hygiene and performing other careduties as applicable.
Respondsto call bells/alarms.
Observesand monitors residents progress, symptoms and behavioral changes and reportssignificant observations.




Utilizesproper safety protocols when operating mechanical aides such as specialty beds,wheelchairs, and stretchers to transport residents.
Aidswith lifting and/or transferring of residents by following establishedlifting/safety techniques.
Providesresidents with nutritional assistance (e.g. meals, nourishment and trayservice, assists residents to eat as needed). Assists residents to and fromdining areas in accordance with meal service schedules. Reports anyappetite/fluid/food intake changes or concerns immediately to the nurse.
Encouragesresident participation in food service and clean up.
Performs laundry of resident’s personal clothing as required.
Involvesthe resident in organizing and maintaining their home environment, ensuring itis done according to the residents’ wishes and needs.
Attends andparticipates in community and education programs.
Performsother related duties as required.
Qualifications and Skills: Graduatefrom a recognized Care Aide Program.
Anactive registration with the British Columbia Care Aide & Community HealthWorker Registry.
FoodSafe Level 1 Certificate an asset.
MedicationAdministration Certification an asset.
Previousexperience in a long term care facility an asset.
Demonstratesability to provide compassionate and empathetic care.
Abilityto read, write and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and writteninstructions.
Allsuccessful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicableto Provincial guidelines.
Abilityto push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Must be able to workwith cleaners, detergents and other cleaning equipment.

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📌 Health Care Aide - HCA (British Columbia)
🏢 Retirement-Concepts-1
📍 British Columbia

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