Job Description

Interior Health is seeking a Support Worker to join our Support Services Team at Nelson Fairview Gardens in Nelson, BC. If you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer

We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:




Employee & Family Assistance Program


Employer paid training/education opportunities


Generous Vacation Entitlement


Employer Paid Health Benefits


Municipal Pension Plan


Shift Premiums


Competitive wages

About the Job

Support Worker




Cleaning duties such as sweeping and washing floors, cleaning counter tops and tables, sinks, machines and equipment and washing walls and splash areas; removes garbage as required, defrosts and cleans refrigerators, and cleans ovens.


Clerical duties such as answering the telephone, writing information on menu cards and checking cards against lists.


Collects waste and recycling from patient rooms, the nursing stations and other locations in the site and removes from building to designated holding areas.


Cleans areas such as floors, walls and windows by methods such as dry and wet mopping, scrubbing, sealing, waxing, buffing, polishing & vacuuming.


Cleans items such as furniture, contact points, ledges, vents, mirrors and equipment.


Reports inoperable equipment or damaged, unsafe equipment or building surfaces in accordance with established procedures.


Portioning and serving meals and beverages within a dining room and/or cafeteria operation.


Counts, weighs and/or measures ingredients for assigned food preparation area.


Washing and peeling vegetables and fruit.


Assembles beverages and food items - tea, coffee, sandwiches, salads, bag lunches, items for Meals on Wheels program.


Setting up and delivering meal carts.


Cleaning of food service areas.


Performs other related duties as assigned.

This is a Relief Part Time (0.75) opportunity until March 31, 2023, or the return of the incumbent.

Shifts of work will be scheduled days and evenings rotating from 07:00 to 15:00, 10:00 to 18:00, 15:00 to 21:30, 17:30 to 21:30 hours.

About this Location

Nestled in the Selkirk Mountains along the shores of Kootenay Lake, Nelson is a lively, artistic community known for its rich culture and breathtaking scenery. With a historic downtown filled with unique boutiques, galleries, and cafes, Nelson offers a blend of small-town charm and big-city creativity. The surrounding mountains and lake offer endless outdoor recreation, from skiing and snowboarding in the winter to hiking, biking, and kayaking in the summer.




Known for its vibrant arts scene and commitment to sustainability, Nelson is a welcoming town that attracts artists, outdoor enthusiasts, and families alike. With a focus on community and creativity, it's a place where nature, art, and culture come together for an exceptional lifestyle.




Come join our team and see why we're one of Canada's Top 100 Employers as well as one of B.C's Top Employers!




Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work?

Apply Today!

Grade 10, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.


Food Safe Certificate.

Employer support for BC PNP application is not an entitlement of, or guaranteed with, employment.