Earn $37.50 per hour as a Health Care Aide in Canada – Duncan, BC

Make a Real Difference in Seniors’ Lives as a Health Care Aide on Vancouver Island
Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Health Care Aide
Employer: YARROW LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Location: Duncan, BC
Wage: $37.50 Per Hour
Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full time
Schedule: Overtime required, Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, On call
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates

Job Overview
YARROW LIMITED PARTNERSHIP is seeking caring, dedicated Health Care Aides to join our team at a nursing home/home for the aged in the Duncan area of British Columbia. As a Health Care Aide, you will provide direct, hands-on support to seniors, helping them with daily living, comfort, and safety in a respectful and dignified way. Working in a remote/rural setting, you will be part of a close-knit healthcare team that values compassion, professionalism, and person-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity for trained Health Care Aides who want stable, full-time work with strong wages, unionized benefits (as per collective agreement), and the chance to build a long-term healthcare career in Canada.

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a Health Care Aide or equivalent program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience

• Experience is an asset (e.g., Health Care Aide, Care Attendant, Personal Support Worker, Nursing Assistant, or similar)
• New graduates with the required certificate are welcome; orientation and on-the-job support will be provided

Work Setting

• Nursing home/home for the aged providing long-term care to seniors
• Remote / rural area in and around Duncan, BC (willingness to relocate required)
• 24/7 facility with rotating shifts and multidisciplinary healthcare team

Key Responsibilities (Tasks)

• Supply and empty bedpans and assist residents with toileting and elimination needs in a dignified, hygienic manner
• Take and record patients’ vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration, as directed by nursing staff
• Serve meal trays and feed patients who require assistance, ensuring safety (e.g., proper positioning, awareness of swallowing issues)
• Assist with hydration and snacks, encouraging adequate fluid and food intake as per care plans
• Weigh, lift, turn, and position patients using proper body mechanics and transfer techniques, often with the aid of mechanical lifts or assistive devices
• Make beds (occupied and unoccupied) and maintain patients’ rooms in a clean, tidy, and safe condition
• Maintain inventory of supplies on units (e.g., linens, incontinence products, basic care supplies) and report shortages
• Transport patients in wheelchairs or on stretchers within the facility, ensuring safety and comfort during transfers
• Deliver messages, reports, requisitions, and specimens between departments as required, following facility protocols
• Provide basic personal care such as bathing, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene, and hair care in accordance with care plans and resident preferences
• Assist residents with mobility, including walking, range-of-motion exercises, and use of mobility aids under direction from nursing/physiotherapy
• Observe and report changes in residents’ physical or emotional condition (e.g., pain, confusion, behaviour changes, skin integrity) to nursing staff promptly
• Administer first aid in emergency situations within the scope of training until professional help arrives, following facility emergency protocols
• Support residents’ emotional well-being through respectful communication, reassurance, and companionship
• Follow established infection prevention and control practices, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and proper handling of soiled materials
• Document care provided and observations as required by facility policies (e.g., flow sheets, electronic records)

Credentials (Certificates, Licences, Memberships, Courses)

• Health Care Aide Certificate (or equivalent recognized in British Columbia) required
• CPR and First Aid certification are assets
• Any additional geriatric care or dementia care training is considered an advantage

Target Population / Experience and Specialization

• Elderly residents, often with multiple chronic conditions
• Persons with disabilities and/or cognitive impairments (e.g., dementia)

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening required
• Immunization records required (including vaccinations recommended/required for healthcare workers as per provincial guidelines)
• Compliance with facility confidentiality and privacy policies (e.g., PHI protection)

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Physically demanding role requiring strength, stamina, and good overall fitness
• Frequent lifting, transferring, turning, and repositioning of residents (up to 45 kg with proper support and devices)
• Combination of sitting, standing, and walking throughout long shifts
• Bending, crouching, and kneeling while assisting residents and performing tasks
• Standing and walking for extended periods on unit floors
• Repetitive tasks (e.g., personal care, bed making, documentation)
• Work under pressure at times, particularly during busy periods, emergencies, or staffing shortages
• Need for high attention to detail when following care plans and recording information
• Shift work including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call as required

Benefits

• Health Benefits:
  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits
• Financial Benefits (as per collective agreement):
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Night shift premium (where applicable)
• Additional / Long-Term Benefits (as per collective agreement):
  • Pension plan
  • Disability and other long-term care or income protection benefits (if included in group plan)
  • Maternity and parental benefits in accordance with policy and legislation

Personal Suitability

• Strong client focus and genuine compassion for seniors and their families
• Dependability and reliability; adheres to schedules and follows through on assigned tasks
• Punctuality and respect for shift times and handover procedures
• Efficient interpersonal skills; able to work respectfully with residents, families, nurses, and other staff
• Excellent oral communication; able to listen carefully and communicate clearly with residents and coworkers
• Good judgment in recognizing changes in residents’ condition and knowing when to seek assistance
• Well organized, able to manage multiple care tasks and priorities during a shift
• Team player who supports colleagues, contributes to a positive work environment, and accepts direction from nursing staff
• Initiative and willingness to go beyond basic tasks to improve residents’ comfort and quality of life
• Patience and emotional resilience when dealing with challenging behaviours, end-of-life care, or distressed families
• Strong ethics and honesty, with a commitment to resident dignity, privacy, and safety

Who Can Apply to This Job?

• Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents of Canada
• Candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit
• International candidates who may require LMIA sponsorship and who meet the language, education, certification, and other eligibility requirements under Canadian immigration programs

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website