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Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Health Care Aide
Employer: Williams Lake Seniors Village
Location: Williams Lake, BC
Wage: $24.00 Per hour
Job Type: Permanent employment, Full time
Schedule: Morning, Day, Evening, Night
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates
Job Overview
Are you a compassionate healthcare professional who finds fulfillment in providing dignified care to seniors? Williams Lake Seniors Village is seeking a dedicated and caring Health Care Aide to join our exceptional team in beautiful Williams Lake, British Columbia. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of elderly residents while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment that values your contributions. With a competitive wage of $24.00 per hour, comprehensive health and dental benefits, pension plan, and LMIA sponsorship available for international candidates, we offer everything you need to build a rewarding and stable healthcare career in Canada. If you have a genuine heart for senior care and want to be part of a community that treats residents like family, we invite you to join our caring team.

Languages: English

Education: College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience: 1 to less than 7 months (new graduates welcome)

Work Setting

• Nursing home and home for the aged
• Long-term care facility
• Seniors residential care environment
• Team-based healthcare setting

Responsibilities

• Serve meal trays and feed patients according to dietary requirements
• Weigh, lift, turn, and position patients safely
• Make beds and maintain patients’ rooms in clean and comfortable condition
• Administer suppositories, colonic irrigations, and enemas as directed
• Bathe, dress, and groom patients with dignity and respect
• Transport patients in wheelchair or stretcher
• Answer call signals promptly to determine patients’ needs
• Assist residents with daily living activities
• Monitor and report changes in resident health or behaviour
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents
• Assist with mobility exercises and ambulation
• Maintain accurate documentation and care records
• Follow infection control protocols and safety procedures
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff and healthcare team
• Respect resident privacy, dignity, and individual preferences
• Participate in care planning meetings as required
• Support residents during recreational and social activities
• Respond to emergency situations calmly and effectively

Credentials

• Health Care Aide Certificate (required)
• CPR and First Aid certification (an asset)
• Current immunization records
• BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry eligible

Security and Safety Requirements

• Criminal record check required
• Vulnerable sector check required
• References required
• TB screening and health clearance

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding work
• Bending, crouching, and kneeling
• Weight handling up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
• Combination of sitting, standing, and walking
• Shift work including mornings, days, evenings, and nights
• Ability to respond quickly to resident needs
• Extended periods on feet

Personal Suitabilities

• Client-focused approach to care
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Reliability and dependability
• Team player with collaborative spirit
• Compassionate and empathetic nature
• Patience and understanding
• Excellent communication skills
• Respectful of resident dignity and privacy
• Positive and cheerful attitude
• Calm demeanor under pressure
• Strong work ethic
• Punctuality and professionalism
• Cultural sensitivity and respect
• Initiative and self-motivation
• Genuine passion for senior care
• Trustworthy and honest
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to continuous learning

Benefits

Health Benefits:

• Comprehensive dental plan
• Extended health care plan
• Disability benefits
• Vision care benefits

Financial Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage of $24.00
• Benefits as per collective agreement
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Shift differentials where applicable
• Overtime opportunities may be available

Other Benefits:

• Permanent, full-time employment with job security
• LMIA sponsorship available for qualified international candidates
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Union environment with collective agreement protections
• Meaningful career making a real difference in residents’ lives
• Work in beautiful British Columbia’s Cariboo region
• Opportunity for career advancement in healthcare
• Employee assistance program
• Paid vacation and statutory holidays

About Williams Lake, BC
Williams Lake is a welcoming community in British Columbia’s stunning Cariboo region, offering affordable living, outdoor adventure, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Surrounded by pristine lakes, forests, and mountains, residents enjoy world-class fishing, hiking, skiing, and mountain biking. Experience the perfect balance of small-town charm with access to essential amenities and services.

Who can apply to this job?

• Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or temporary residents of Canada
• International candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit (LMIA sponsorship available for eligible applicants)

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website