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COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER (CASUAL)

Northern Health
Prince George, BC
Relief / Casual
Experienced

Are you passionate about helping others? Helping people stay in the home they love is Northern Health's commitment; In accordance with the established vision, values, and strategic direction of the organization, the Community Health Worker II, as part of an interprofessional health care team, and under the direction of the Team Lead or designated clinical leader, provides home support services to clients in accordance with a pre-established care plan. Assists with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, planning and preparing meals while promoting maximum independence. Performs delegated tasks for which delegation of tasks training has been completed. A key component of this job is to ensure the well-being of individuals and families and to promote independent living while in the community. Shift Rotation/Hours of work: : Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer. What Northern Health has to offer you!• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits. • Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities • Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC • "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination • Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page Graduation from a recognized Home Support Attendant/ Resident Care Aid Program • Registration with the BC Care Aid & Community Health Worker Registry. • Valid Class 5 BC Drivers' License. • Certificates in CPR, First Aid and Food Safe. • Or equivalent combination of current education, training and experience. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with clients, family, and care team. • Home management skills. Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services. #