Community Health Worker Supervisor, LPN - (238041) Gordon Head Health Unit - Oak Bay/Gordon Head Community Health Services (GHHU) - Victoria, BC V8N 4A9 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
Yes
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement
Shift Start Time/End Time
As Required
Days Off
As required
Vacancy Type
Casual
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$34.20 - $46.40
Paid FTE
N/A
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
N/A
Planned Start Date
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Pending Return of Incumbent
No
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Required for Skilled Registration
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The CHW Supervisor coordinates the delivery of Home Support Services by conducting home visits, implementing client Care Plans, and responding to service delivery concerns. The CHW Supervisor directly supervises Community Health Workers and assists with their training, evaluation and discipline. The CHW Supervisor collaborates with the health care team and client/family in a 24-hour,



7 days per week model and reports directly to the Home Support Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant; WHMIS certificate; Certification in CPR, Standard First Aid and Food Safe; or other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work.
Valid BC Driver's License and a reliable vehicle. Clear Police Criminal Record Check and Solicitor General's Criminal Record Check.
Skills And Abilities Strong knowledge of computer applications, data entry and keyboarding skills
Strong organization and time management skills
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Ability to communicate with clients, clinicians and CHWs
Ability to problem-solve and deal with conflict resolution
Ability to multi-task and problem solve in a call center environment
Ability to support, supervise, guide and mentor HCA/CHWs in the delivery of quality care
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships and participate effectively as a team member
A first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPR) are starting in BC! Island Health, alongside other health authorities, is implementing mNPR as a transformative staffing solution that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.
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📌 Community Health Worker Supervisor, LPN (British Columbia)
🏢 Island Health
📍 British Columbia