Health Care Aide (hca) - Full Time (ft) - Poseidon Care Centre

Extendicaremississauga

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Provide personal care and hygiene
Assist with activities of daily living
Observe and report resident condition
Extendicare Mississauga is seeking a full-time Health Care Aide to provide personal care and support to residents under the supervision of the Director of Health & Wellness. The ideal candidate will have a background in health care, particularly with seniors, and will demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills

Job Summary

  • The Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs selected tasks 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, and opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization.
  • Extendicare is committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

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Extendicare Mississauga is seeking a full-time Health Care Aide to provide personal care and support to residents under the supervision of the Director of Health & Wellness. The ideal candidate will have a background in health care, particularly with seniors, and will demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Provide personal care and hygiene
  • Assist with activities of daily living
  • Observe and report resident condition
  • Maintain resident information confidentiality
  • Assist in maintaining a safe 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 in Ontario & Alberta
  • Experience working with seniors
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
  • Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended
  • Ability to perform necessary tasks (e.g., lifting/transferring)
  • Provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check

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