Compassionate Health Care Aide — Night Shifts (PT)

BCS Bethany Care Society; Sundre; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Bethany Care Society in Sundre, Alberta is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide compassionate, resident-centered care at the Sundre/MVSH Sundre Seniors’ Supportive Living Facility. You will assist with activities of daily living, maintain dignity, and work as part of an interdisciplinary care team.

The role is part time with nights (2300-0700), 0.68 FTE, union AUPE ANC. Successful applicants must have the Alberta HCA certificate and be eligible for CLHA registration.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education and Government of Alberta approved Health Care Aide certificate.
• Registered with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA).
• Previous Health Care Aide experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding environment.
• Demonstrates ability to understand, speak, read and write effectively in English.
• Excellent observation, communication and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Promotes service excellence and is responsive to the residents’ needs in accordance with resident care plans, policies and procedures. Assists residents with all activities of daily living as required, while maintaining the resident’s privacy and dignity.
• Accurately and comprehensively documents and reports care and related observations to the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in a timely manner. Monitors, observes and documents residents’ holistic needs in the health care record, including the physical, psychological, spiritual, social and emotional well‑being of the resident.
• Contributes to a safe environment for residents, the team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of all resident, occupational health and safety and emergency preparedness and response policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities.
• Cares for and works cooperatively with others as an effective team member. Participates with other interdisciplinary team members in evaluating and changing the documented care needs of residents.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Problem solving

Physical stamina

English proficiency

Education

Grade 10 education

Health Care Aide certificate

CLHA registration

Job description

Bethany Care Society in Sundre, Alberta is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide compassionate, resident-centered care at the Sundre/MVSH Sundre Seniors’ Supportive Living Facility. You will assist with activities of daily living, maintain dignity, and work as part of an interdisciplinary care team.

The role is part time with nights (2300-0700), 0.68 FTE, union AUPE ANC. Successful applicants must have the Alberta HCA certificate and be eligible for CLHA registration.