Health Care Aide (hca) - Casual - Maples Personal Care Home

Extendicare

Competitive compensation based on skills; base sal...
Personal care and hygiene assistance
Observing and reporting resident condition changes
Assisting with transfers and ambulation
The Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs selected tasks under the direction of a supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare 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 their condition, and maintaining a safe environment.
  • Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, growth opportunities, a robust benefits package, and a rewarding work experience within a compassionate team.

Matching 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.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Personal care and hygiene assistance
  • Observing and reporting resident condition changes
  • Assisting with transfers and ambulation
  • Maintaining confidentiality of client information
  • Escalating medical emergencies appropriately

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
  • Engagement with other care agencies

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of Health Care Aide program or provincial equivalent
  • Minimum 500 hours of theory and practicum in Ontario & Alberta
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended
  • Complete Vulnerable Sector Check including Criminal Background Check
  • Experience working with seniors in community health services

Work Rights

Not specified

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