HCA

Extendicare; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading continuing care facility in Red Deer, Alberta, where your passion for caring transforms lives. As a Health Care Aide, you will provide essential support to residents, ensuring their daily living needs are met with compassion and professionalism. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, enhancing the quality of life for those in your care. If you are looking for a rewarding career that makes a real difference, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to enrich lives while building a fulfilling career with a respected organization.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Health Care Aide or equivalent is required.
• Experience in long-term care settings is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance and support services for residents.
• Communicate resident care needs and collaborate with the team.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Team Collaboration

Education

Health Care Aide Certification

LPN First Year Completion

BScN Second Year Completion

Job description

Job Description

Candidates are invited to apply for the position detailed below at Extendicare Michener Hill, a continuing care facility located in Red Deer, Alberta. This facility is home to 220 Continuing Care beds and 60 Designated Assisted Living Beds.

Reporting to: Director of Care

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Care, the HCA will:

1. Provide personal assistance and support services for residents.
2. Provide essential and important daily living support and comfort to residents including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and all other ADLs.
3. Communicate resident care needs, observations, and concerns to professional staff.
4. Be involved in the orientation and mentorship of new HCA staff and students.
5. Interact with residents/families and other team members regarding any care needs.
6. Work collaboratively within the interdisciplinary team.

Minimum Requirements

1. Health Care Aide Certification or subsequent equivalency required (LPN students who have completed first year, BScN students who have completed second year).
2. Experience working within a long-term care setting is an asset.
3. Strong organization, time management, and communication skills.
4. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within the team.
5. Strong communication skills - ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Time Type

Part time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.