Compassionate Health Care Aide for Community & Home Care

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) invites applications for a Health Care Aide (HCA) at WRHA Community Health Services - Access Winnipeg West. The role supports clients in homes, care centers, and hospitals with activities of daily living, aiming to promote independence and well-being.

The HCA role requires a Health Care Aide course and Grade 10 education, with potential for varied special training and a requirement for a Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license in some settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 10 education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Successful completion of a recognized Health Care Aide course required.
• SPECIAL TRAINING: May vary depending on the service delivery area.
• HCAs working in a community setting are required to have a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and/or willingness to travel year-round.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Training and/or maintenance of competence may be required in some settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living and direct patient care within established standards.
• Support independence and adapt to changing needs of clients in various settings.
• Demonstrate commitment to the region/site’s vision, values and goals.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, families, and co-workers.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Independence

English proficiency

French language

Computer skills

Education

Grade 10 education

Health Care Aide course

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Electronic charting system

Job description

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) invites applications for a Health Care Aide (HCA) at WRHA Community Health Services - Access Winnipeg West. The role supports clients in homes, care centers, and hospitals with activities of daily living, aiming to promote independence and well-being.

The HCA role requires a Health Care Aide course and Grade 10 education, with potential for varied special training and a requirement for a Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license in some settings.