Compassionate Health Care Aide — Resident Care & Support

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career growth

Supportive culture

Meaningful work

Job summary

AgeCare Dawson in Chestermere, AB is seeking a Health Care Aide to join our care team under the supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse. You will deliver essential basic care and support residents with daily activities to promote comfort and well-being.

You will assist with bathing, transfers, feeding, and routine treatments per care plans, and participate in social/therapy activities. Certification (PCA/HCA) and CLHA registration, plus English fluency, are required.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in continuing care or related environment preferred.
• Post-secondary education an asset.
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Completion of a recognized PCA/HCA certificate or equivalent education.
• Active registration with CLHA (Alberta).

Responsibilities

• Bath, shower, and wash residents according to care plan and water temperature procedures.
• Assist with transfers using lifts and transfer belts.
• Feed and assist with meals per care plan.
• Provide routine treatments under supervision of Staff Nurse.
• Assist residents to travel about the facility and to dining/activities.
• Escort residents to social and therapy activities within the facility.
• Always wear a transfer belt.

Skills

Continuing care experience

English fluency

Education

PCA/HCA certificate

Post-secondary education

Job description

AgeCare Dawson in Chestermere, AB is seeking a Health Care Aide to join our care team under the supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse. You will deliver essential basic care and support residents with daily activities to promote comfort and well-being.

You will assist with bathing, transfers, feeding, and routine treatments per care plans, and participate in social/therapy activities. Certification (PCA/HCA) and CLHA registration, plus English fluency, are required.