HCA - Health Care Aide (Casual) - HCC

Park Place Seniors Living; Edmonton; Híbrido; CAD 26 000 - 30 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Park Place Seniors Living seeks a Health Care Aide for Hardisty Care Centre in Edmonton, AB. The casual role supports residents with daily living activities under the nurse's supervision and adheres to Park Place policies to ensure safety and high-quality care.

The HCA works as part of an interdisciplinary team, delivering compassionate, respectful care, assisting with meals, mobility, hygiene, and documentation, and contributing to residents' wellbeing and independence.

Qualificações

• Graduation from a recognized Health Care Aide program.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced care environment and demonstrate compassion.
• Excellent English communication, written and verbal.

Responsabilidades

• Assist Residents with activities of daily living per individualized care plans.
• Maintain safety, dignity and confidentiality in all interactions.
• Administer scheduled oral, rectal and topical medications under nurse direction.
• Document care observations and resident status in the chart.
• Support meals, mobility, hygiene and participation in activities.

Conhecimentos

Fast-paced care

English communication

Patience & empathy

Organized

Equipment operation

Team player

Respectful communication

Physical ability

Formação académica

Health Care Aide program

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Title: Health Care Aide

Location: Hardisty Care Centre, Edmonton, AB

Employment Type: Casual

Hourly Rate: CA$19.86 (The hourly rate is determined by the terms of the union collective agreement)

The Health Care Aide (HCA) is a valued interdisciplinary team member. Under the direction of the Nurse, the HCA assists Residents with the activities of daily living to address personal, social, physical, and recreational needs. Performs all duties in a safe, caring manner according to Residents’ wishes and Park Place policies and procedures. Aim of care is to promote independence and optimal functioning of Resident’s mind, body, and spirit. Treats Residents with dignity and demonstrates an attitude of caring. The HCA ensures a commitment to Resident safety and to our “culture of safety” as per Park Place Strategic Directions.

Other responsibilities of the position include, but not limited to:

• Provides care and support to Residents following their individualized care plans (e.g. Resident’s Day). When appropriate, encourages Resident participation in activities of daily living.
• Establishes and maintains therapeutic relationships with the Resident and their family using respectful communication ensuring Resident choice and autonomy in decision-making and care planning.
• Ensures that Residents’ rights are maintained and respected, which includes confidentiality.
• Provides holistic personal care to Residents, ensuring that the Residents’ activities of daily living needs are met as per Park Place policy and procedure.
• Encourages and assists Residents to participate in social, physical, spiritual, and recreational activities.
• Encourages and adheres to the Park Place philosophy of care, recognizing that each individual is capable of, to varying degrees; making decisions about his/her life and is a partner in decision making.
• Provides personal care to Residents including but not limited to assisting the Resident with bathing, dressing, care of skin, teeth and hair; mobility and transfer needs; assisting with toilet needs; eating and hydration needs and overseeing Resident exercise routines.
• Following individualized Resident lift and transfer assessment, safely lifts, transfers and/or positions Residents to provide and maintain good body alignment and comfort.
• Assists Residents with ambulation as needed within the Home.
• Contributes to the development and ongoing changes to the Residents’ individualized plan of care, including attending and providing input into Resident interdisciplinary care plan meetings. Advocates for the interest of the Resident and significant others.
• Administers scheduled oral, rectal and/or topical medications. Under the direction of the nurse administer PRN topical medications in accordance with Park Place policies and procedures.
• Observes and monitors Residents’ status, symptoms and behavioural changes and reports observations and all relevant information about care to the nurse.
• Documents all relevant information on the Resident’s chart prior to the end of shift.
• Assists Residents with meals by serving and collecting meal trays and feeding designated Residents, maintaining intake and output records as required.
• Performs related clerical duties such as answering the telephone.
• Assists in the orientation and sharing information with new employees, students, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Actively Participates in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation activities, education sessions, team conferences, meetings, and committees.
• Maintains a safe environment for Residents, significant others, and employees by adhering to established safety policies, standards and procedures including emergency procedures and infection control guidelines.
• Reports unsafe conditions and malfunctioning equipment immediately.
• Ensures care equipment and supplies are used and stored in safe and efficient manners.
• Maintains a clean, homelike environment for Residents and employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Must Have)

• Ability to work in a fast-paced care environment and have a genuine interest in caring for Residents
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrate patience, kindness and compassion
• Highly organized and resourceful
• Operates related equipment
• Works in a team setting
• Collaborates and communicates with others in a respectful manner
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from a recognized Health Care Aide program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The Health Care Aide position requires significant amount of lifting, walking, reaching, bending, pushing and sitting.
• In an average day the employee spends 2 to 6 hours standing or walking.
• Lifts a maximum of 50 lbs., frequent lifting and/or carrying of 20 lbs.
• Must be able to manage stressful work situations with dexterity.

Hardisty Care Centre welcomes applications from individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs, and care experiences, recognizing the value diversity brings to high‑quality resident care. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, respectful, and professional workplace that supports equity, collaboration, and compassionate care, while fostering positive working relationships among staff, residents, and families.