Health Care Aide (hca) - Casual - Vulcan

Extendicare

Vulcan, Alberta, Canada
Competitive compensation based on skills; base sal...
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Personal care and hygiene assistance
Observation and reporting of resident condition
Assisting with transfers and ambulation
** Extendicare is seeking a Health Care Aide for their Vulcan location, responsible for providing personal care and support to residents under the direction of a supervisor. The ideal candidate will be registered with Alberta CLHA and have experience working with seniors, including strong communication and organizational skills. **

Job Summary

  • The Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs selected tasks under the direction of the Director of Health & Wellness while adhering to regulatory standards.
  • Key responsibilities include observing residents' conditions, assisting with activities of daily living, and escalating medical emergencies as appropriate.
  • Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, career growth opportunities, a robust benefits package, and a rewarding work experience within a compassionate team.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Extendicare is seeking a Health Care Aide for their Vulcan location, responsible for providing personal care and support to residents under the direction of a supervisor. The ideal candidate will be registered with Alberta CLHA and have experience working with seniors, including strong communication and organizational skills. **

Salary

Competitive compensation based on skills; Base salary is one component of total rewards; Comprehensive benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Personal care and hygiene assistance
  • Observation and reporting of resident condition
  • Assisting with transfers and ambulation
  • Nutritious meal preparation
  • Maintaining confidentiality and safety

Nice-to-have

  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management
  • Cognitive and emotional support provision
  • Teamwork and continuous learning mindset
  • Customer focus and interpersonal skills

Key Requirements

  • Registered with Alberta CLHA
  • Graduate of Health Care Aide program (500+ hours)
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification recommended
  • Complete Vulnerable Sector Check required
  • Experience working with seniors in community health

Work Rights

Not specified

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