Community Health Worker II at Fraser Health

Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $29.76 - $31.64 / hour Job Summary Curious to learn what it’s like to work here? Connect with us! We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. If you're ready to join a team dedicated to providing care and support, apply now! Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and families, empowering them on their journey to recovery. To learn more about our MHSU programs and services, read employee insights, and current job vacancies, please visit this site: Fraser Health MHSU Take the next step and apply so we can continue the conversation with you. Detailed Overview Assists clients with the activities of daily living to promote maximum independence; provides personal care, housekeeping and home management activities; performs delegated duties in accordance with program guidelines, policies and procedures. Responsibilities Assists clients and families in establishing and maintaining self-sufficiency and independence by following an established care plan. Provides personal care such as bathing, skin care, grooming, oral hygiene and mobilization; performs delegated tasks for which transfer of function training has been completed such as catheter care or implementing established exercise routines. Performs housekeeping tasks, as per the care plan, including cleaning, laundry, mopping and sweeping to maintain a healthy, safe environment in the home. Works as a team member with professional staff; reports any unsafe conditions and/or changes in a client's condition/behaviour and/or living arrangements to appropriate staff. Demonstrates methods and provides basic information to clients in relation to personal care, housekeeping and home management activities, in accordance with established care plans. Follows care plan related to meal preparation instructions including setting up, preparing and serving meals; monitors and records client's food intake. Observes the behaviour, appearance and condition of family members and/or other individuals who maintain safe and supportive care of those clients in their own home; reports changes in the support system to the appropriate professional. Maintains strict confidentiality of information gained as a result of the employment relationship; exchange of information cannot occur without the authorization of the manager, Home Health/Support or designate. Participates in quality improvement activities by maintaining current knowledge and compliance with all Home Health and Home Support guidelines, policies and procedures. Completes and maintains related records and documentation, as per established policies, procedures and guidelines. Participates and attends various in-services and staff development meetings, as required. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience Grade 12, plus a Home Support/Resident Care Aide certificate, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Skills and Abilities Home management skills. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others. Ability to operate related equipment. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to organize and prioritize. Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients. Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients. About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Indeed | Glassdoor Protect yourself from recruitment and employment scams. We are aware of suspected fraudulent recruitment activity involving individuals impersonating Fraser Health recruiters or representatives. Fraser Health will never ask candidates or jobseekers for money, fees, gift cards or equipment purchases at any stage of the recruitment process. Learn more >