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
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.
Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities, opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization, a rewarding and meaningful work experience, Employee Family Assistance Program, and a robust benefits package.
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.
Matching 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.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Provide personal care and assistance
Adhere to plan of care
Observe and report resident condition
Assist with ambulation and transfers
Maintain resident confidentiality
Nice-to-have
Cognitive, social, emotional support
Engage with external agencies
Uphold organizational values
Teamwork and collaboration
Key Requirements
Graduate of Health Care Aide program
Experience working with seniors
Strong communication skills
Organizational and time management skills
Interpersonal and customer focus skills
Personal care duties skills
Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended
Ability to perform necessary tasks (e.g., lifting/transferring)