Personal Care Aide | |
| Job ID | 9B-C0-A5-C8-59-31 |
| Company | Canuck Place Children's Hospice |
| Location | Abbotsford |
| Province | British Columbia |
| Date Posted | 2019-04-08 |
| Posted Until | 2019-05-08 |
| Job Type | Part-time |
| Job Category | Health Care |
| Job Details | View attachment |
| Description | |
| Personal Care Aide (PCA) Location: Abbotsford Reporting to: Clinical Program & Site Manager – Dave Lede House Job status: Casual Canuck Place Children’s Hospice (CPCH) is British Columbia’s recognized pediatric palliative care provider. For over two decades, through the many programs and services we provide, we have made a significant difference in the lives of children with life-threatening illnesses and the families who love them. Be part of a talented and innovative team that takes pride in supporting and providing the highest quality pediatric palliative care. HERE’S WHY IT’S SO GREAT TO WORK WITH US. Aside from being surrounded by a friendly, inclusive, dedicated team, Canuck Place offers employees up to 20 days’ vacation (pro-rated to their full-time equivalency), an employer-paid benefits package, a Health Spending account that provides up to $500 annually to provide additional coverage for health and wellness activities/services, weekly onsite massage therapy, informative lunch n’ learns, as well as various learning opportunities. Canuck Place Children’s Hospice also has a ‘Care For the Caregiver’ committee who provides ongoing, creative activities to connect us with one another as a reminder that it’s ‘this’ moment that really counts. SUMMARY Under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, the Personal Care Aide ensures safe, quality care while performing care duties relating to feeding, personal hygiene, music and recreational therapy activities, accompanying children and families on outings, and some clinical duties. Candidates must be available to work days, evenings, nights, and weekends, and should be available on short notice. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • A High school diploma, supplemented with graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant program, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. • Registered with the BC Care Aid Community Health Worker Registry. • Must have a valid CPR. RESPONSIBILITIES • Provides personal care to children with bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, skin and hair care; assisting with toilet needs; and lifting and transferring children. • Assists with meals by serving and feeding designated children. • Assists with a child’s exercise routines. • Safely utilizes mechanical aids, such as wheelchairs, lifts, and stretchers. • Performs tasks, as delegated by the nurse, such as obtaining urine specimens, administering non-sterile dressings, checking skin for ulcers and for skin integrity, following standard procedures and protocols. • Monitors children and reports observations, problems, and any behavioural, physical and cognitive changes to the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. • Accompanies children and families on outings and during social activities, as required. • Assists with recreation and music therapy activities. • Performs some clerical duties, such as typing, answering the telephone, and counting petty cash. • Charts pertinent information in the child’s chart. • Follows policies, procedures and standards of excellence to ensure a safe environment for children and families, other staff, and volunteers. • Assumes other related responsibilities, as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS What you bring to the role: • Demonstrated interpersonal skills. • Good English communication skills, both verbally and in writing. • Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team. • Ability to organize and prioritize work. • Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. • Ability to observe and recognize changes in children. • Ability to establish and maintain rapport with children and families. • Good computer skills, including MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). • Ability to maintain confidentiality. • Ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional and personal boundaries. • Clear and valid Class 5 BC driver’s licence is required You have: • High integrity; creativity; balance, good judgment and objectivity; high vision and conceptual capabilities; consultative, facilitate and collaborative; sense of humor. • Excellent time management skills. • Demonstrates flexibility that allows you to work with high energy, creative people. • Able to thrive and effectively manage priorities in a changing, ambiguous environment. Note: Flexibility is necessary, as this position may require occasional weekend and evening work and travel within and outside the Lower Mainland. At the discretion of Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, the information in this job description may be reviewed and revised, as required, to meet the needs of the organization. Canuck Place Children’s Hospice hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equality and diversity within its community and to a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous persons, visible minority group members, persons with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. | |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Salary | TBD |
| Languages | English |
| How To Apply | Please submit your cover letter and your resume to recruitment@canuckplace.org. This position will remain open until filled. Please indicate where you discovered this job posting and specify which role you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We recognize the importance of a diversified workforce, and we encourage First Nations, Inuit and Metis candidates, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates who have been short-listed will be contacted. |
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