Base: competitive compensation based on skills + e...
Personal care and hygiene assistance
Observation and reporting of resident changes
Safe lifting and transferring techniques
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
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 assisting residents with activities of daily living, observing and reporting on condition changes, and escalating medical emergencies as appropriate.
Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, career growth opportunities, a robust benefits package, and a supportive team environment dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors.
Matching 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.
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
Personal care and hygiene assistance
Observation and reporting of resident changes
Safe lifting and transferring techniques
Nutritious meal preparation
Confidentiality of client information
Nice-to-have
Strong written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated organizational and time management
Interpersonal and customer focus skills
Ability to work in a position of trust
Commitment to ethical values and integrity
Key Requirements
Graduate of Health Care Aide program or provincial equivalent
Minimum 500 hours theory and practicum in Ontario & Alberta
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended
Complete Vulnerable Sector Check within six months
Experience working with seniors in community health services