[B] Health Care Aide Temporary Part Time (BMT Cant E5 0.35) AgeCare McKenzie Towne

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care service provider in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a dedicated Health Care Aide to provide personal care and support to seniors. Key responsibilities include responding to client concerns, maintaining a safe environment, and collaborating with healthcare agencies. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of a recognized Health Care Aide program, possess strong communication skills, and ideally have a background in community health services. Join us in serving seniors with dignity and compassion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 500 hours of theory & practicum from a recognized program.
• Experience with seniors in community health services setting.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Respond to resident/client/family concerns appropriately.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for residents/clients.
• Observe & report safety concerns to the Supervisor.
• Engage with agencies involved in resident/client care.
• Attend in-services for knowledge and skill development.

Skills

Written and oral communication skills

Organizational and time management skills

Interpersonal and customer focus skills

Knowledge of personal care duties

Education

Health Care Aide program graduation or equivalent

Job description

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity

The Health Care Aide reporting to Community Care RN Case Managers 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 standards, policies and procedures.

What You Will Do

• To respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken within decision making authority and or concern communicated to supervisor;
• To assist in maintaining a safe and cleanly environment, including residents/clients equipment, belongings, and nursing equipment;
• To observe & report to the Client Service Supervisor any concerns regarding clients safety, including physical environment, implement interventions as directed by his/her supervisor & advocate on client behalf to ensure client safety is maintained;
• To engage with other agencies involved in resident/client care as directed;
• To attend in services to develop knowledge and skills;
• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
• To uphold and promote the organizations values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Code of Conduct.

What You Will Need

• Graduate of Health Care Aide program (or provincial equivalent certificate program with minimum 500 hours of theory & practicum)
• Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting
• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
• Must have demonstrated sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care duties
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended
• Ability to perform tasks that are necessary for the position, e.g. lifting/transferring clients.
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!