Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only

Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia

CA$32 - CA$32/hrPart Time On SitePosted 3 hours ago

Practice for this role

Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only · CA$32 - CA$32/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-24% vs. median posted rate for nursing roles in Victoria, British Columbia (CA$41.42/hr, n=206)

302 similar openings in the Victoria area · median CA$41.42/hr

CA$19.00/hr · p10p90 · CA$60.00/hr

this role: CA$31.64/hrmedian CA$41.42/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 206 posted nursing roles in Victoria, British Columbia rates. This role sits in the 23rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 24% below the Victoria, British Columbia median for nursing roles.

Assist residents or clients with activities of daily living..

Support residents' physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs..

Promote resident autonomy and choice..

Work under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse or designate..

Continuously support patient and staff safety and quality improvement.

Close Date Location Victoria Summit Quadra Village (SUMMIT) - Victoria, BC V8T 2A1 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0700-1300 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Regular PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $31.64 - $31.64 Paid FTE 0.69 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 49.50 Planned Start Date Aug. 21 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Manager and under the supervision and direction of the registered nurse or designate, the Health Aide assists the resident /client in activities of daily living to meet physical, emotional, psychosocial and spiritual needs and maintain optimal functioning while promoting residents' autonomy and choice.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program such as a Health Aide program or equivalent. Registered with the BC Care Aide registry. Skills And Abilities
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Deal with others effectively.
Operate related equipment.
Physically able to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to type. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD3017.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Facilities Subsector Affiliation/Union BCGEU

Requirements

Grade 10 education..

Graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant or Health Aide program, or equivalent..

Registration with the BC Care Aide Registry..

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing..

Ability to deal effectively with others..

Ability to operate related equipment..

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position..

Ability to type..

A Criminal Record Check is required.

Grade 10
Graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program such as a Health Aide program or equivalent
Registration with the BC Care Aide Registry
Typing
Interpersonal skills
Activities of daily living assistance
Effective verbal and written communication
Operation of related equipment
Physical ability to perform job duties

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Salary: CA$32 - CA$32/hr
Location: Victoria, British Columbia
Posted: Aug 29, 2026
Application: Employer website

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