Health Care Support Worker Role Resources

​HCSWs are part of the Government of British Columbia's Health Career Access Program (HCAP). HCAP provides an opportunity for individuals to begin employment in a non-direct care role (the Health Care Support Worker, or HCSW), while taking part in a Health Care Assistant (HCA) education program delivered through an acknowledged post-secondary institution.

HCSWs promote and maintain the health, safety, independence, comfort and well-being of clients/residents and their families. HCSWs provide non-direct and/or non-clinical support and services in a caring, respectful manner that recognizes and supports the unique needs, abilities, backgrounds and beliefs of clients/residents and their families. 

If you are interested in becoming an HCSW, refer to the BC government’s Work in the health care sector page.

Navigate to the page that applies to your role by clicking the links below:

Resources for Health Care Support Workers

Resources for Leaders

Resources for Peer Mentors

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Currents Summer 2021

Read about your colleagues’ activities, learn about Island Health programs, celebrate achievements and see lots of photos of Island Health employees at work and play.

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Island Health Magazine Summer 2021

The summer issue of Island Health magazine includes information on the COVID vaccine; a feature on planning ahead for retirement; Primary Care Networks explained and an in-depth look at the drug-poisoning crisis and some of the projects taking place as part of Island Health’s response.

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Island Health Magazine Spring 2021

Island Health magazine spring 2021 features articles on COVID-19 including a look back at the past year. Also included are articles on the health benefits of spending time in nature, memory loss and aging, and a moving article about one family’s journey with hospice care.

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