Community Health Worker Jobs

Interior Health is currently seeking a Community Health Worker to join our team at the Osoyoos Health Centre in beautiful Osoyoos, B.C.
Are you dedicated to delivering patient-centered care? Are you looking for a flexible work schedule? If the answer is 'yes' then we want to hear from you!
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services to support you at every stage of your career:

• Municipal Pension Plan
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages
• Employee & Family Assistance Program

About The Job
As a Community Health Worker, you will work as part of a dynamic team of Nurses and LPNs who support Community Clients’ independence and ability to stay at home. Community Health Workers provide home support services to clients, by assisting with personal care and daily living, while promoting maximum independence. Community Health Workers are key players in the home health care plan for each client.
Typical Duties Include

• Household duties related to maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home
• Observing and reporting changes in client behaviour and condition
• Meal preparation in accordance with designated plans
• Assistance with mobility and transfers
• Performing delegated tasks according with training and procedures
• Activities of daily personal care, such as bathing, dressing, grooming and oral hygiene

This is a PERMANENT PART TIME (0.98 FTE) opportunity.
Shifts of work will be scheduled evenings; rotating from 13:30 to 22:00 hours.
Please note that the Relocation Allowance Program could be offered for this position. Relocation allowance is applicable to qualified candidates, who are required to relocate more than 40 km from their current work location, as a result of recruitment to a permanent vacancy.
For people with certain health issues, age-related limitations or other disabilities, managing everyday tasks can be challenging. The support that we provide through the Home Support program enables clients to recover or simply remain at home rather than in a hospital or care facility – in many cases our visits can be the highlight of their day! If you are looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work while joining a great team, Osoyoos Health Centre is the place for you. Apply today!
About this location/unit:
Osoyoos is located in a picturesque valley of orchards, vineyards, lakes and waterways, in the heart of the Thompson Okanagan Region in south central British Columbia. Home to numerous vineyards and local wineries. With its mild climate, relaxed lifestyle and scenic surroundings, Osoyoos is a wonderful residential location to call home. Recreational opportunities in the area include hiking, cycling, canoeing, fishing and skiing.
Interior Health is an organization where you have room to grow and where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you. Apply Today!