Care/Activity Aide

Vancouver Coastal Health•West Vancouver, BC

56d•CA$30 - CA$32

About The Position

Within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Care/Activity Aide is responsible for providing assistance to clients with personal care and carrying out established recreation programs. In collaboration with the team, provides input to the development and evaluation of the therapeutic leisure and recreation program to meet specific client needs. Implements and participates in established activities of the therapeutic leisure and recreation program.

Requirements

Grade 12
Graduation from a recognized Home Support Worker/Resident Care Aide program
Successful completion of an Activity Assistant Program from a recognized college
One year recent experience working with a physically and/or mentally frail adult population including recent experience working as resident care aide/home support worker with personal care or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Current First Aid and CPR certificates
Valid Class V Driver’s License
Ability to work in a flexible and collaborative manner with the team
Ability to demonstrate respect for the rights, confidentiality, dignity and self-esteem of those who are elderly, physically disabled or cognitively impaired
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to organize and prioritize workload
Ability to follow instructions and to work independently
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check

Responsibilities

Providing assistance to clients with personal care
Carrying out established recreation programs
Provides input to the development and evaluation of the therapeutic leisure and recreation program to meet specific client needs
Implements and participates in established activities of the therapeutic leisure and recreation program