Health Care Support Worker
About The Position
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking to hire Health Care Support Workers via the Health Career Access Program (HCAP). Upon completing the training opportunity, successful candidates will be eligible to register as a Care Aide with the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry. Candidates accepting this training opportunity agree to remain with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) as regular Care Aides for 12 months subsequent to graduating. Funding will consist of 100% of wages, tuition and books during the training program. Applicants will be assigned schools based on seat availability. Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Health Care Support Worker works under the direction of a Registered Nurse or another regulated healthcare professional, performs a variety of non-direct and/or non-clinical healthcare supports to clients, residents, families, and/or visitors in long term care, assisted living and home settings in accordance with the established care plan and safety requirements.
Requirements
- Grade 10, including successful completion of English 10 or equivalency.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Ability to organize work.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
Benefits
- 100% of wages, tuition and books during the training program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
