Description The Opportunity

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors? As a Health Care Aide at Chartwell, you’ll provide compassionate, hands-on support that helps residents live with dignity, comfort, and independence. Your care, empathy, and commitment will create a safe, welcoming environment where residents and families feel at home.

What You’ll Do

- Assist residents with personal care, including hygiene, grooming, mobility, and meals

- Provide support with daily living activities such as laundry, housekeeping, and dining service

- Administer medications in line with residence policies and procedures

- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment for residents, staff, and visitors

- Build positive relationships with residents and their families through empathy and respect

- Follow all health, safety, and infection control procedures, reporting hazards promptly

What You’ll Bring

- Secondary school completion required; certification as a PSW, HCA, or DSW preferred

- Previous experience in personal care, food service, or hospitality an asset





- Strong communication skills with the ability to follow directions clearly

- Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting seniors

- Team player with strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

- Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

- A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated

- Competitive compensation and perks

- Opportunities for leadership development and career growth

- A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents

Additional Requirements

- Ability to stand for long periods and perform tasks involving bending, lifting, and carrying

- Must be in good physical and mental health

- Willingness to wear personal protective equipment and follow safety protocols

- Flexibility to respond to emergency situations when needed

- Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required

📌 Health Care Aide (Casual) (Nanaimo)
🏢 Chartwell
📍 Nanaimo