Health Care Aide (hca) - Part Time (pt) - Poseidon Care Centre
Extendicare
Base: competitive compensation based on skills + e...
Part time
Personal care and hygiene assistance
Observing and reporting resident condition changes
Assisting with ambulation and transfers
Extendicare is seeking a part-time Health Care Aide to provide personal care and support to residents under the direction of a supervisor. The role requires a compassionate individual with a background in senior care and strong communication 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 assisting residents with activities of daily living, observing changes in their condition, and escalating medical emergencies as appropriate.
Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, career growth opportunities, and a robust benefits package to its dedicated team members.
Matching Summary
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Extendicare is seeking a part-time Health Care Aide to provide personal care and support to residents under the direction of a supervisor. The role requires a compassionate individual with a background in senior care and strong communication skills.
Salary
Base: Competitive compensation based on skills and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive suite of benefits including Employee Family Assistance Program
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Personal care and hygiene assistance
Observing and reporting resident condition changes
Assisting with ambulation and transfers
Maintaining confidentiality of client information
Ensuring safe and clean environment
Nice-to-have
Strong written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Cognitive, social, and emotional support provision
Ability to work as part of a team
Commitment to ethics and integrity
Key Requirements
Graduate of Health Care Aide program or provincial equivalent
Experience working with seniors in community health services
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended
Complete Vulnerable Sector Check including Criminal Background Check within six months
Ability to perform physical tasks like lifting and transferring clients