Interior Health·Fernie, British Columbia
Provide home support services to community clients to support independence and ability to stay at home.
Assist with activities of daily personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene).
Perform household duties related to maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home.
Prepare meals in accordance with designated plans.
Assist with mobility and transfers.
Observe and report changes in client behaviour and condition.
Perform delegated tasks according to training and procedures
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Community Health Worker to join our Home Support Team at Fernie, BC. If delivering patient-centered care is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!
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.
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career: Employee & Family Assistance Program Employer paid training/education opportunities Generous Vacation Entitlement Employer Paid Health Benefits Municipal Pension Plan Shift Premiums Competitive wages 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: Activities of daily personal care, such as bathing, dressing, grooming and oral hygiene Household duties related to maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home Meal preparation in accordance with designated plans Assistance with mobility and transfers Observing and reporting changes in client behaviour and condition Performing delegated tasks according with training and procedures This is a Permanent Part Time (0.73) opportunity. Shifts of work will be scheduled days and nights rotating from 07:00 to 15:30, 09:00 to 17:30, 13:30 to 22:00. Fernie is a historic mountain town founded in 1898. Fernie is located in southeast British Columbia, Canada and is completely surrounded by the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today! Qualfications Grade 12 Graduation from a recognized Resident Care Aide/Home Support Worker Program, or an equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker registry (please include your number) Current valid BC Drivers’ License and use of a reliable vehicle
Grade 12. Graduation from a recognized Resident Care Aide/Home Support Worker Program, or an equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience. BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker registry (include number). Current valid BC Drivers’ License. Use of a reliable vehicle
Market context
In British Columbia, Care Aide and Community Health Worker roles are typically in steady demand because aging populations and community-based care needs keep services busy. These positions can be competitive when employers require BC registry registration, a valid driver’s licence, and reliable transportation, since mobility and readiness to work in homes or community settings matter. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your registry number and vehicle access before applying.