HCA - Health Care Aide (Casual) - HCC

Park Place Seniors Living, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Park Place Hardisty Care Centre in Edmonton, AB is seeking a Health Care Aide (HCA) to join our interdisciplinary team on a casual basis. Under the direction of the nurse, HCAs support Residents with daily living activities, based on individualized care plans and our policy framework.

You will help with personal care, mobility, meals, documentation, and participation in care planning meetings while upholding safety, dignity and respect for Residents and families.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced care environment.
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate patience, kindness and compassion.
• Highly organized and resourceful.

Responsibilities

• Assist Residents with activities of daily living per individualized care plans.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with Residents and their families with respectful communication.
• Ensure Residents' rights and confidentiality.
• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, skin care, mobility and feeding.
• Assist with ambulation and transfers and monitor safety.
• Document relevant information in the Resident's chart.
• Participate in care planning meetings and team conferences.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

English communication

Compassion

Organization

Equipment operation

Team player

Respectful communication

Physical fitness

Education

HCA program

Job description

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

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.

NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.