Health Care Aide (hca) - Full Time (ft) - Poseidon Care Centre

Extendicare

Base: competitive compensation based on skills + e...
Not specified (assumed to be onsite due to the nature of the role)
Graduate of health care aide program
Experience working with seniors
Strong written and oral communication skills
Extendicare is seeking a full-time Health Care Aide to provide personal care to residents under the direction of the Director of Health & Wellness. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in community health services, particularly with seniors, and will be responsible for various caregiving tasks while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards

Job Summary

  • The Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs selected tasks under the direction of a supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare standards.
  • Key responsibilities include assisting residents with activities of daily living, observing and reporting changes in condition, and maintaining a safe environment.
  • Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, career growth opportunities, a robust benefits package, and a supportive team environment for valued employees.

Matching Summary

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Extendicare is seeking a full-time Health Care Aide to provide personal care to residents under the direction of the Director of Health & Wellness. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in community health services, particularly with seniors, and will be responsible for various caregiving tasks while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

Salary

Base: Competitive compensation based on skills and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Robust benefits package including Employee Family Assistance Program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Graduate of Health Care Aide program
  • Experience working with seniors
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Sound skills in providing personal care duties

Nice-to-have

  • Demonstrated customer focus skills
  • Ability to perform lifting and transferring tasks
  • Commitment to organizational values and ethics

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 500 hours theory & practicum in Ontario or Alberta
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification recommended
  • Complete Vulnerable Sector Check within six months
  • First Aid certification recommended

Work Rights

Not specified

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