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Health Care Assistant (HCA) - On-call/ Casual

Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government·Ucluelet, British Columbia

CA$26 - CA$39/hr·On Call·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 25 days ago
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About the role

Provide frontline personal care and daily living support to community members and Elders under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Monitor client health, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure care is delivered in a culturally safe and respectful manner.

Classification

  • Band 3 —
  • Skilled
  • Trades /
  • Technical
  • Reports To:
  • Community
  • Care
  • Nurse (RN)
  • Location: Hitacu, British Columbia and within Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ community settings
  • Employment
  • Type:
  • Casual / oncall
  • Salary
  • Band: Band 3 ($51,074 – $76,611 · $26.19 – $39.29/hr) POSITION PURPOSE The Health Care Assistant (HCA) provides frontline, hands-on support to community members, assisting with daily living, personal care, and overall well-being. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, the HCA plays a critical role in supporting Elders, individuals with chronic conditions, and those requiring additional care to remain safely in their homes and connected to their community. This role is relationship-focused and community-based, requiring a compassionate, respectful, and culturally safe approach to care.

ACCOUNTABILITY Personal Care & Daily Living Support Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and oral hygiene.

Support mobility, including transfers, walking, and use of mobility aids or mechanical lifts.

Assist with positioning and comfort to ensure safety and dignity.

Assist with meal preparation, feeding, hydration, and light housekeeping related to client care.

Clinical Support & Observation Assist with basic clinical tasks under the supervision of the Community Care Nurse (RN).

Take and record vital signs as directed; provide medication reminders within scope.

Support implementation of care plans developed by the nursing team.

Monitor and report changes in clients' physical, emotional, or mental health promptly.

Emotional Support & Community Engagement Provide companionship and emotional support to reduce isolation and promote well-being.

Build trusting relationships with clients and families.

Support clients in maintaining connections to community, culture, and daily routines.

Participate in community-based programs and initiatives where appropriate.

Documentation, Compliance & Cultural Safety Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation as required.

Deliver care in a culturally safe, respectful, and trauma-informed manner.

Support clients in remaining connected to their culture, traditions, and community.

Work collaboratively with the broader health and community services team.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Required

  • Health Care Assistant Certificate or equivalent recognized training Registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry (or eligibility to register) Valid First Aid/CPR certification Valid Class 5
  • Driver's
  • License and ability to travel within the community
  • Preferred: Previous experience in home care, community care, or working with Elders Experience working with Indigenous communities CORE COMPETENCIES Empathy and cultural sensitivity Community engagement and outreach Crisis intervention and support Confidentiality and professional boundaries Collaboration and teamwork Adaptability and resilience WORKING CONDITIONS Mix of office, community centre, and home visit settings Flexible availability including evenings and weekends Emotionally demanding work requiring strong self-care practices May involve responding to community emergencies CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS Respect for Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ healing traditions and cultural practices Understanding of intergenerational impacts and culturally safe care Willingness to participate in cultural training and community events

Requirements

Requires a Health Care Assistant Certificate, registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry, and a valid Class 5 Driver's License. Valid First Aid/CPR certification is mandatory, with a preference for experience working with Indigenous communities.

  • professional certificate
  • Documentation
  • Emotional Support
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Community Outreach
  • Personal Care
  • Cultural Safety
  • Patient Positioning
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Medication Reminders
  • Mobility Support
  • Activities Of Daily Living

Posting details

Employment type
On Call
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$26 - CA$39/hr
Location
Ucluelet, British Columbia
Posted
Jun 25, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government

The Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government is a modern treaty government located in hitac̓u on the west coast of Vancouver Island. There are currently approximately 700 Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Citizens located in hitac̓u, Port Alberni, Nanaimo, Victoria, Vancouver, Campbell River, and across Canada and...

Salary listed on 2 jobs
IndustryGovernment Administration
TypeGovernment Agency
Size51-200 employees
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