Health Care Aide - Home Support Worker

Term: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Seabird Island Band Office, Agassiz, BC 
Status: In Office

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:30 pm.
Salary: $29.62 an hour

 

About Us:

Seabird Island is committed to creating culturally safe, inclusive workplaces grounded in Indigenous knowledge, values, and ways of being. We support a diverse range of teams across Seabird and are dedicated to fostering healthy workplaces, strong leadership, and meaningful employee experiences.

 

About the Role:

Join Seabird Island as a Health Care Aide / Home Support Worker and make a meaningful impact in the lives of Elders and community members by providing compassionate, culturally safe care where it matters most - at home. In this rewarding role, you will support individuals with personal care, daily living activities, and wellness needs while helping them maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life. Working closely with clients, families, caregivers, and the Home Care team, you will play an important role in promoting holistic wellness and ensuring community members can remain safely and comfortably connected to their homes, families, and culture.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care and daily living support to Elders and community members in accordance with individualized care plans.
• Assist clients with mobility, personal hygiene, meal preparation, nutrition, and other activities that promote health, safety, and independence.
• Offer companionship, emotional support, and culturally respectful care that enhances quality of life and overall well-being.
• Support clients with light housekeeping, errands, and home support activities that enable them to remain safely in their homes.
• Monitor client well-being and communicate observations, concerns, and changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation while supporting continuity of care across services and care providers.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, health professionals, and community partners to support holistic client care.
• Promote safe, healthy, and supportive home environments through infection prevention, safety awareness, and adherence to care standards.
• Assist clients in accessing community resources, health services, and wellness programs as appropriate.
• Participate in community outreach, health promotion initiatives, and wellness activities that strengthen community health and connection.

*A full job description is available upon candidates request. 

 

About You:

You are a caring, dependable professional who is passionate about supporting others and making a positive difference every day. You bring a strong commitment to person-centered care, an understanding of the importance of cultural safety, and the ability to build trusting relationships with clients and families. Whether assisting with daily activities, providing companionship, or supporting wellness goals, you approach every interaction with empathy, respect, and professionalism. You thrive working both independently and as part of a collaborative team and are committed to helping community members live with dignity, comfort, and independence.

Qualifications & Experience

• Health Care Assistant (HCA) Certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry is an asset (or required ,if applicable)
• Minimum two (2) years of experience providing home support, community health, or health care services, preferably within a community-based setting.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
• Successful tuberculosis (TB) screening.
• Demonstrated ability to provide personal care and support services in a respectful, compassionate, and culturally safe manner.
  
• Ability to build and maintain positive, caring, and responsive relationships with clients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members. 
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries, exercise sound judgment, and uphold strict confidentiality. 
• Physically and emotionally able to perform the duties of the position, including assisting clients with mobility and activities of daily living.
  
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence, reliable transportation, and a satisfactory driver's abstract.
• Ability to comply with Seabird Island policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.

Assets

• Experience working in a non-profit, public sector, or First Nations environment.
• Experience supporting Indigenous communities through finance, accounting, or financial planning.
• Knowledge of First Nations cultures, traditions, and community dynamics.
• Understanding of culturally safe practices and Indigenous perspectives.
• Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Work with Us:

We offer extended health and dental benefits, a pension plan with employer matching, paid vacation and sick time, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative team environment. Join an organization that values community, inclusion, cultural learning, and employee growth while making a meaningful impact across multiple organizations and communities.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience through our careers page/Indeed Posting. Questions about this opportunity can be directed to careers@seabirdisland.ca. Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to meet all pre-employment screening requirements, including a Criminal Record Review Program Check.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.