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Health Care Assistant

@ Home Instead

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Nanaimo, British Columbia

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Overview

Home Instead is hiring a part-time Health Care Assistant in Nanaimo, BC, to provide in-home care to seniors. The work covers personal care, medication management, meal preparation, light housekeeping and companionship. Pay is $23.00 to $24.00 per hour, with 8-hour shifts across mornings, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide personal care and daily living assistance in client homes
  • Manage medications and prepare meals
  • Monitor and report changes in client health
  • Offer companionship and light housekeeping

Requirements summary:

  • Valid Health Care Assistant licence or equivalent
  • Clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check
  • Reliable transportation
  • OFA First Aid Level 1 and FoodSafe Level 1
  • Previous caregiving experience an asset
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Employer posting date
2026-10-14
First seen by our source
2026-11-15
Source record updated
2026-11-15

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Scheduleday, evening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingClient sites, Home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsHealth Care Assistant, OFA First Aid Level 1, FoodSafe Level 1
Driver’s licencepreferred
Background checkscriminal record, vulnerable sector
Perks mentionedFlexible hours, Paid training

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Job description
The team at Home Instead has one goal in mind - to provide the best experience for our professional caregivers by providing flexible schedules, opportunities to grow your career further and rewarding work by enhancing the lives of aging adults in our community. Home Instead provides a variety of medical and non-medical services that allow seniors to remain in their home and meet the challenges of aging with dignity, care, and compassion. If you're looking to make a difference and work with a team that’s here to support you, join us today!

Position: Health Care Assistant

Location: Nanaimo

Compensation: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour

Shifts & Availability

  • 8-hour shifts available, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
  • Regular part-time positions with consistent weekly hours available.
  • A variety of scheduling opportunities across multiple client homes.

Responsibilities

  • Providing compassionate care to clients in their home setting.
  • Assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene
  • Medication management.
  • Preparing meals and ensuring proper nutrition.
  • Assisting with light housekeeping tasks
  • Monitoring and reporting changes in clients' health and well-being
  • Companionship and engaging in meaningful activities with client.

Requirements

  • Valid and up-to-date Health Care Assistant license or equivalent
  • A clear criminal background and vulnerable sector check
  • Reliable Transportation to work
  • Valid completion of OFA First Aid Level 1 course
  • Valid competition of FOODSAFE level 1 or equivalent
  • Compassionate, reliable, and patient demeanor
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Assets

  • Previous caregiving experience
  • Valid certifications or training in caregiving, personal support work, or related fields.
  • Valid BC drivers license

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rates
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Training provided for specific client needs
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clients' lives
  • Supportive and caring work environment

If you are a caregiver looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you! Please apply here or on our website Caregiver Jobs Helping Seniors | Home Instead | Nanaimo, BC.

Interviews will be conducted promptly, and successful candidates can start immediately.

Please only apply if you reside within Canada. We do not offer LMIA at this time.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team of dedicated care professionals. We look forward to welcoming you to the Home Instead Team and making a difference together in the lives of our clients.

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