Health Care Aide (hca) - Casual - Vulcan

Extendicare The Meadows

Vulcan, Alberta, Canada
Base: competitive compensation based on skills + e...
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 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 facilitating resident moves, observing and reporting on client conditions, and assisting with activities of daily living such as meals and hygiene.
  • 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
  • Observing and reporting resident condition changes
  • Assisting with transfers and ambulation
  • Maintaining confidentiality of client information
  • Adhering to regulatory standards and policies

Nice-to-have

  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
  • Cognitive, social, and emotional support provision
  • Ability to work in a position of trust
  • Commitment to ethics and integrity

Key Requirements

  • Registered with Alberta CLHA
  • Graduate of Health Care Aide program (500 hours)
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification recommended
  • Complete Vulnerable Sector Check within six months
  • Experience working with seniors in community health

Work Rights

Not specified

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