Health Care Support Worker (HCAP) - Paid Training Program!

Exciting Opportunity : Health Care Support Worker (HCAP) – Paid Training Program!

Location : Kootenay Street Village, Cranbrook BC

Employment : Permanent, Full-time

Start Dates : Work experience begins February 2026, with studies starting April 2026

Hourly Rate : $24.80

Education : $930.00 per week during the classroom / online studies

Are you ready to start a meaningful career where you can make a real difference in the lives of seniors? Through the Health Career Access Program (HCAP), you’ll earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience and the education needed to become a registered Health Care Aide—all while being paid!

Program Highlights :

This program runs for 10-18 months and provides both on-the-job training and education.

Successful completion makes you eligible to apply for registration with the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry.

Work as a regular, full-time Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) while earning $24.80 / hour.

Obtain required practicum hours while supporting clients, residents, and their families.

While attending classroom or online studies, receive an educational allowance of $930.00 / week (paid bi-weekly)

Commitment to Your Career :

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will transition into Health Care Aide roles and are required to complete 12 months of service with the Village.

Your Role as a Health Care Support Worker :

As an integral member of our healthcare delivery team, you’ll provide essential non-clinical support to enhance the quality of life for clients and residents. Your duties will include :

Establishing rapport with clients, residents, and families, promoting their overall well-being.

Observing and reporting unsafe conditions or changes in behavior / physical health.

Assisting with mealtime activities, light food preparation, and setting up dining areas.

Supporting recreational activities, encouraging participation, and providing assistance.

Performing housekeeping tasks like cleaning, laundry, and dishwashing.

Greeting visitors and adhering to safety, security, and infection control protocols.

What We're Looking For :

Successful completion of Grade 10, including successful completion of English 10 or equivalency

No prior completion of an HCA training program in BC

Canadian citizenship or permanent residence

Able to commit to entire program duration, which is expected to be anywhere from 10-18 months in length

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Capable of carrying out physical duties included in the position

A compassionate individual with a passion for helping others

Strong communication and organizational skills

A team player who thrives in a supportive environment

No prior experience required – we provide all the training!

Ability to operate related equipment.

Clear Vulnerable Sector - Criminal Record Check

Can provide a negative TB Screening test, and complete Immunization Records as outlined in the BC Centre for Disease Control for Health Care workers

What we offer you :

At Golden Life Management Corporation, we are purpose-led. Our Philosophy is focused entirely upon providing the best possible quality of care to our residents and those we serve. We recognize that engaged employees are necessary to achieve our purpose and our Philosophy.

As a Golden Life Management Team member, you can expect to be treated with dignity and respect, to be challenged with your work, and to have the autonomy necessary to excel. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a voluntary registered retirement plan with company contributions, for eligible employees.

If you would like to join our team, please apply today!

Golden Life Management is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

To read more about this program, and the terms and conditions, please go to this web link : https : / / www2.gov.bc.ca / gov / content / employment-business / job-seekers-employees / find-a-job / health-care