Health Care Aide - Full-time - Extendicare St. Paul

Extendicare

St. Paul, Canada
Full-time (onsite)
Provide personal care and hygiene
Assist with activities of daily living
Observe and report resident condition changes
Extendicare is seeking a full-time Health Care Aide for their St. Paul location, responsible for providing personal care and support to residents under the guidance of a supervisor. The ideal candidate should have a background in health care, particularly with seniors, and possess strong communication and organizational skills

Job Summary

  • The Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare's standards, policies and procedures.
  • As a valued member of our team, you can expect continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities, and opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization.
  • Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada, committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Extendicare is seeking a full-time Health Care Aide for their St. Paul location, responsible for providing personal care and support to residents under the guidance of a supervisor. The ideal candidate should have a background in health care, particularly with seniors, and possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Provide personal care and hygiene
  • Assist with activities of daily living
  • Observe and report resident condition changes
  • Maintain resident information confidentiality
  • Respond to resident concerns
  • Maintain a safe and clean environment

Nice-to-have

  • Cognitive, social, emotional support
  • Uphold organization's values and philosophy
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Continuous learning and growth

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of Health Care Aide program
  • Minimum 500 hours theory & practicum (Ontario & Alberta)
  • Experience working with seniors
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
  • Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
  • Sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended
  • Ability to perform necessary tasks (e.g., lifting/transferring clients)
  • Vulnerable Sector Check (within six months) or willingness to obtain

Work Rights

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