Richmond Home Support Job Opportunities

GVCSS is hiring qualified Community Health Workers for casual Home Support opportunities in Richmond.

Greater Vancouver Community Services Society (GVCSS) is a non-profit society delivering care and services in the community to support the independence and well-being of the elderly, people with disabilities, and others who require support to retain or regain health and autonomy. We care for 4,000 clients every year.

We are looking for qualified health care assistants/ care aides to fulfill casual Community Health Worker opportunities in our Home Support program in the City of Richmond.

What Do We Offer?

A unionized work environment and compensation: starting wage is $21.48 + 9.6% in lieu of vacation and benefits
Continuous hands on training and skills upgrading
Up-to-date mobile communication technology
Flexible scheduling
Independence while working in the community

Scope of Responsibilities:

Traveling to clients' homes as required to provide personal care and perform nursing tasks according to the clients care plans
Housekeeping
Planning menus with client and/or family
Provide companionship to clients
Following agency safe work policies, procedures and reports hazards in the workplace

Community Health Worker Requirements:

Successful completion of a provincially recognized Health Care Assistant training course.
Registration on the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry.

CHW Skills and Abilities:

Must be able to understand English and communicate in English both orally and in writing.
Must be able to work in cooperation with Supervisors and other health care professionals.
Must be able to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
Must have the physical and mental ability to perform required job duties.