Earn While You Learn – Start Your Health Care Career with Greenwoods Eldercare

Greenwoods Eldercare Society on Salt Spring Island, BC, is currently seeking one Health Care Support Worker through the Health Career Access Program (HCAP). This unique opportunity allows you to earn a wage while completing your education and working toward Care Aide registration with the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry.

HCAP is a fully sponsored education and training program designed for individuals interested in building a long-term career in health care on Salt Spring Island. The education portion of the program is approximately 8 months, followed by a 12-month Return of Service Agreement, for a total commitment of 1.5 to 2 years.

Health Career Access Program (HCAP) Details

- Full-time position: 37.5 hours per week
- Shifts include days, evenings, and weekends
- Wages, tuition, and textbooks are 100% funded during training
- Eligibility for Care Aide registration upon successful completion of the program

Position Summary As a Health Care Support Worker at Greenwoods Eldercare, you will provide high-quality, person-centered care that supports the independence, dignity, and well-being of residents.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities and mobility, maintaining a safe and supportive environment, helping with meals, encouraging social engagement, and supporting individuals with cognitive impairments using appropriate care techniques. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of others through compassionate and personalized care.

About Greenwoods

- 50 Long-Term Care residents, 1 Respite bed, and 30 Assisted Living suites
- Adult Day Program and Meals on Wheels
- Established in 1977; opened in 1979




- Warm, supportive, team-based culture
- Leadership that is collaborative, resident-focused, and committed to excellence
- Families often praise the home-like atmosphere

Qualifications

- Proof of Grade 10 completion or equivalent
- English requirements:
- Completion of English 10 (or equivalent) for applicants with three or more years of full-time instruction in English
- Standardized English language proficiency test required for applicants with fewer than three years of full-time English instruction
- If English is not your first language, testing may be required (refer to HCA Minimum Program Entry Requirements)

Skills and Abilities

- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work well with others
- Robust organizational skills
- Physical ability to perform job duties
- Ability to operate related equipment

Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. This role is essential in supporting individuals to maintain their quality of life and dignity. We welcome applicants who are compassionate, dedicated, and motivated to make a positive difference in our community.

How to Apply The hiring competition for this position will include interviews and reference checks. Please submit your resume and a cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those shortlisted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.80 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate

- Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1Z9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- To participate in the Health Care Support Worker training, you must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident.

Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Health Care Support Worker (Long-Term Care) - Training Opportunity - HCAP (Salt Spring Island)
🏢 Greenwoods Eldercare Society
📍 Salt Spring Island