Care Aide

Who We Are

The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda for more than 130 years. Building on our roots as a worldwide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. We also support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith‑based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life—there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

Sunset Lodge is a home that provides person‑centered care to our community, guided by Christ and rooted in love.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care to residents, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene and care of skin and nails.
• Through appropriate behavior and work procedures, resident safety is a priority while working in the facility.
• Assists with transfers and mobilization of residents using body mechanics, transfer belts and mechanical aids such as walkers, wheelchairs and lifts in accordance with policy of Sunset Lodge.
• Records observations and reports any changes / concerns in residents’ condition, such as behavior, mobility, temperature, skin status, appetite and attitude to the LPN or RN.
• Transports residents to and from dining room areas and transports residents to chapel, activities, other programs or services.
• Assists residents with meals; serving, meal assistance, monitors residents’ intake and reports on resident’s intake when it varies from their Nutrition Care Plan.
• Provides written / verbal information on the activities of daily living and works with the LPN / RN to develop the Resident’s Care Plan and attends Care Conferences as required.
• Assists with the admission process and orientation of new residents according to policy.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment and safety hazards to LPN or RN.
• Performs scheduled cleaning of W / C, walkers, tubs, lifts and other equipment.
• Assists with the orientation of new staff as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Skills and Abilities

Salary & Compensation

The wage rate for this position is $29.83 plus shift differentials as per the HEU Facilities Collective Agreement.

The target hiring range for this position is $28.31 to $29.07 with a maximum of $29.83.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

Accommodation

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Non‑profit Organization Management

Location : Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

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