Job Title or Location

Community Health Worker Supervisor, LPN

Island Health
Vancouver, BC
Management
Posted 13 days ago

Close Date

Location

Gordon Head Health Unit (Oak Bay/ Gordon Head Community Health Services) - 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

1530-2330

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$34.20 - $46.40

Paid FTE

1

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Apr. 19 2024

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 Professional 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

Link to Full Job Description

Additional information for applicants

Additional Clauses

Vaccination Notification: To keep our employees, clients and the communities we serve safe, Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded.

Requisition CA

Nurses Bargaining Association

Affiliation/Union

BCNU #J-18808-Ljbffr