Registered Care Aide-Substance Use and Addictions Services in Vanderhoof, British Columbia at Carrier Sekani Family Services

Career Opportunity: Registered Care Aide

Location: Tachick Lake/ Vanderhoof

Employment Type: Full Time

Practice Differently with Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS): CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is at the centre of everything we do. Since our beginnings in the late 1980s, CSFS has grown to over 545 employees providing services to 11 member Nations. Discover what it means to practice differently, as you enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, as well as the natural wonders of northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity:

The Registered Care Aide supports clients through medically supervised withdrawal management and residential treatment. The role functions under the direction of a Registered Nurse or other designate and works in cooperation with interdisciplinary team members to deliver client care in accordance with established policies, standards, and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes and maintains therapeutic relationships with patients/families and provides support following established care plans; greets patients/families and assists with storage of personal belongings and creation of a safe/comfortable environment

• Assists in the delivery of nursing care under the functional direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse and performs nursing duties such as recording of blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height and weight, administering non-sterile dressings etc

• Help clients with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.

• Assist clients with walking, transferring from bed to chair, and other mobility-related needs.

• Responds to call bells/alarms by alerting the appropriate health care team member and/or assisting as necessary. Respond to emergent situations by calling appropriate code and assisting care team in accordance with program guidelines.

• Contributes to the development of the plan of care by reporting observations and documenting as required any physical or mental condition, capabilities and identified nursing requirements. Provides input and suggestions to the ongoing maintenance and care for patients

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What You Will Bring to The Role:

At CSFS, we understand that knowledge and experience may come from a variety of sources and encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not align perfectly with the qualifications listed above.

The Location:

Vanderhoof “where the heart is beckoning” is geographically located near the centre of British Columbia and truly is at the “Heart of it All” when it comes to lifestyle, low cost of living and employment opportunities. The community’s size, services and amenities are well suited for entrepreneurs, and those involved in resource or agricultural sectors. Whether you are looking for an adventuresome way to stretch your legs, are an avid wildlife admirer or looking for fun ways to entertain the family, Vanderhoof has something for you. Learn more about Vanderhoof by visiting http://www.vanderhoof.ca/.

What CSFS Team Members Are Saying:

Wage Range: The target hiring range for this position is $26.4408 to $34.2415 per hour. Candidates will typically be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the wage range. Placement within the wage range is dependent on the applicants’ role specific knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience and in consideration of factors such as market conditions and internal equity.

Total Rewards: In addition to base salary, CSFS offers an excellent compensation package. It features unique, generous, flexible time off options promoting work-life-family balance, Municipal Pension Plan (defined benefit with an employer contribution of 9.31% after eligibility period), as well as extended health and dental benefits. At CSFS, we believe in investing in our employees through meaningful educational and professional development opportunities.

Hurry and Apply Now! Go to www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to apply. Applications will only be received and accepted through our online recruitment system.

Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal Ancestry.

CSFS is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team by email at recruitment@csfs.org and we’ll collaborate with you to address your requirements.