At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide personal care and support to residents, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Company: Join The Salvation Army, a respected organization with over 130 years of community service.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, supportive environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team atmosphere with a focus on compassion and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience in healthcare.
- Qualifications: Completion of Grade 10 and a recognized Health Care Aide program; must be registered.
The predicted salary is between 31 - 31 $ per hour.
Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda.
Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter.
In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges.
We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.
As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Care or designate, is responsible for assisting with all primary care duties related to feeding, personal hygiene, and assessment of residents emotional, physical and social well-being.
Responsibilities
- Provides personal care to residents such as bathing, dressing, grooming , oral hygiene and care of skin and nails.
- Reports to team leader any adverse conditions observed in the resident like behavior changes, skin breakdowns and constipation.
- Assists with transfers and mobilization of resident using body mechanics and mechanical aides such as walker, wheelchair, and lifts.
- Performs nursing procedures such as administering suppositories, enemas, collects specimens, recording intake and output and administering non-sterile dressings.
- Records observations and reports any change/problems in resident's condition such as bowels/urine output, mobility, temperature, skin integrity, appetite, and behavior to designated Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Transports residents to and from dining room areas and transports residents to activity programs.
- Assists residents with meals by serving and collecting meal trays, feeding, and assisting residents at meal times, serves, and monitors intake of nourishments to designated resident and monitors output of residents.
- Changes and makes beds, sanitizes residents' basins, bedpans, and urinals.
Replenishes unit and residents' supplies as needed from designated storage area.
Reports shortage to Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Reports malfunctioning equipment and safety hazards to Team Leader.
- Completes daily POC assessments on all assigned residents.
- Performs related clerical duties such as typing, answering the telephone, making appointments , and ordering supplies through stores.
- Must maintain good standing in the BC Care Aide Registry.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Completion of Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistance program as a Health Care Aide program.
- Must be registered and in good standing with the BC Care Aide Registry. Must have a clear Criminal Record check.
- Must have completed the 8 High Risk violence prevention modules on the Learning Hub. Must have a current Food Safe certificate.
- Must have a current First Aid and CPR certificate.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to organize work.
- Ability to deal with other effectively.
- Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i. e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.
Compensation
The target hiring range for this position is $31.64 to $31.64 with a maximum of $31.64.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request.
Please email Recruitment.
Accommodations@salvationarmy. ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Health Care Aide in New Westminster employer: The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for those passionate about community service. Employees benefit from meaningful work opportunities, comprehensive training, and the chance to make a real difference during the festive season. With a focus on volunteer mobilization and teamwork, this role offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to a noble cause in a vibrant community setting.
Contact Details:
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory Recruitment Team
