Health Care Assistant at Squamish Nation

District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Sep, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

23 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Care, Client-Centered Care, Cultural Safety, Patient Mobility, Observation And Reporting, Homemaking Support, Meal Preparation, Interpersonal Communication, Empathy, Professionalism, Documentation, Caregiver Relief

Industry

Government Relations Services

Description

CASUAL POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVER CLOSES: Open Until Filled BE PART OF SOMETHING MEANINGFUL Are you a compassionate, reliable, and community-focused professional with a passion for providing quality care? Squamish Nation is seeking a Health Care Assistant (Casual) to join the Yúustway Health and Wellness – Home and Community Care team. In this role, you will provide essential, culturally safe, and client-centered care to community members in their homes. You will support clients with daily living activities, promote independence, and contribute to holistic wellness across all stages of life. WHAT YOU’LL DO * Provide personal care supports including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene. * Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (iADLs). * Support client mobility, transfers, and safe use of equipment (e.g., lifts). * Follow established Client Care Plans and direction from Nurse Assessors. * Provide homemaking support including cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe living environment. * Assist with meal preparation and support proper nutrition. * Observe and report changes in client condition to the care team. * Provide caregiver relief and emotional support to clients and families. * Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to reporting requirements. * Promote cultural safety, respect, and client dignity in all interactions. * Participate in team collaboration, community events, and continuous quality improvement. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR * Health Care Assistant Certificate from a recognized program. * Registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry (or eligibility). * Strong understanding of client-centered care, aging, and common health conditions. * Knowledge of cultural safety and humility when working in an Indigenous community. * Strong communication, interpersonal, and observational skills. * Ability to work independently and adapt to changing client needs. * High level of empathy, patience, and professionalism. * Standard First Aid & Level C CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain). * Food Safe Level 1 and WHMIS certification (or willingness to obtain). * Willingness to travel between North/West Vancouver and Squamish Valley. * Ability to work flexible, on-call shifts including evenings and weekends. WHY WORK WITH US * Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging) * Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development * Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh (guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity. As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes. Wage Rate: $28.00 - $30.00 Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose

Responsibilities

Provide essential, culturally safe, and client-centered personal care and daily living support to community members in their homes. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, mobility, meal preparation, and reporting changes in client conditions to the care team.