Job Description

PERMANENT PART-TIME

POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVER/SQUAMISH VALLEY (Onsite)

CLOSES: Open Until Filled

Be Part of Something Meaningful!

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Join our Uxwumixw (community) in providing compassionate, culturally grounded care to Squamish Nation members. Your role as a Health Care Assistant will uphold wenaxws (respect) while supporting holistic wellness rooted in snew?iyelh (teachings) from birth to end of life.

What You'll Do

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Implement personalized care plans with cultural sensitivity, assisting clients with hygiene, mobility, and palliative care Maintain safe and clean living spaces following Client Care Plans, honoring family dynamics and client independence Coordinate medication administration and nutrition support when delegated by healthcare professionals Advocate for clients by connecting them with health resources and Squamish Nation wellness programs Participate in community healing events and workshops that strengthen cultural connections Document care activities while strictly adhering to confidentiality protocols Operate mechanical lifts and perform moderate physical tasks (standing, lifting, kneeling) Collaborate with Home Care Nurses, Occupational Therapists, and family members to improve client wellbeing

What We're Looking For

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Certified Health Care Assistant with experience in chronic illness care (diabetes, arthritis, etc.) Ability to perform household tasks (cleaning, laundry) and personal care (bathing, grooming) Physical stamina for daily tasks including lifting and prolonged standing Knowledge of patient advocacy and health referral systems (MSP, patient travel) Strong communication skills to liaise with clients, families, and healthcare teams Willingness to travel between North Shore and Squamish Valley as needed Cultural humility and respect for Sk?wx?wu?7mesh values, sovereignty, and self-determination

Why Work With Us

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Impactful Work

- Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estetx? w s?walwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw s?walwen cht (Security), Na es?w'u?w'ulh s?walwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhilhkw'is s?walwen cht (Belonging)

Professional Growth

- We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development

Sk?wx?wu7mesh Uxwumixw Values

- Be part of an organization that values Uxwumixw (community/peoples), snew?iyelh

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guiding through teachings), wenaxws (respect) and inclusivity.

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources - our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

Salary:

$ 25.96 - $ 36.30 per hour


Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Benefits

: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.

Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose

Please note selected candidat

es will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant