Health Care Aide

Covenant Health; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Health Care Aide (HCA) at Covenant Health is a regulated professional who delivers direct personal care and health support to clients across the lifespan, following scope of practice, regulatory standards and Covenant's values.

They work in collaboration with the nursing team to implement documented care plans and assigned tasks, providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a geriatric psychiatry setting.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with and hold a valid practice permit from College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) prior to commencing employment.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Ability to work independently and function as a team member.
• Ability to be self-directed, have good organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced and, at times, highly stressful environment.
• N95 mask FIT testing is required.
• Recent patient care experience in a geriatric psychiatry or mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care and health support services per care plans.
• Monitor and report changes in health status and discuss with nursing team.
• Support daily living activities and promote comfort, dignity and safety.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care.

Skills

English Fluency

Team Player

Independent

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Self-directed

Stress Tolerance

N95 Fit

Geriatric Psychiatry Experience

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Mental health certificate program

Job description

Reporting to the Unit Manager, and under the direction and supervision of the Charge Nurse, the Psychiatric Aide/Health Care Aide carries out the care plan to facilitate a stable, trustworthy, and caring environment for clients with mental health disorders. All activities carried out by the Psychiatric Aide/Health Care Aide are consistent with Covenant Health's mission, values, policies and procedures. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, The Psychiatric Aide/Health Care Aide provides safe, Patient Centered Care. Recent patient care experience in a geriatric psychiatry or mental health setting.PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier under LOU #20 if a regular employee of the same classification who holds a regular position within this unit expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date. If no such employee from this unit expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 11: Appointments & Transfers. Number of hours per shift and shifts per cycle is for information purposes only.

Description:

The Health Care Aide (HCA) is a regulated health professional who provides direct personal care and health support services to clients across the lifespan, in accordance with their scope of practice, regulatory standards, and government legislation. Functional supervision is provided by a member of the nursing team and may occur directly or indirectly in accordance with client needs, care context, and regulatory standards. Working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team the HCA provides care in alignment with documented care plans and assigned or delegated tasks, delivering assistance with activities of daily living, monitoring and reporting changes in health status, and supporting the physical, emotional, psychosocial and behavioural well being of clients.HCAs attend to clients comfort, engagement, and safety by recognizing changes in behaviour, responsiveness, participation, or signs of distress, and by promptly sharing observations with the appropriate team member. They play a vital role in promoting comfort, dignity, and continuity of care, and demonstrate flexibility in responding to the needs of clients and the care team. HCAs actively engage in continuous improvement through feedback, self-reflection, and learning opportunities. The role requires initiative, openness to growth, and a strong commitment to professionalism, responsibility, and accountability. This includes intentionally living Covenant’s values in day-to-day practice and reflecting them in decision-making, client interactions, teamwork, and the overall approach to care.

• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: COV AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Unit 3B, Villa Caritas
• Primary Location: Villa Caritas
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 09-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 21-DEC-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 5
• Shifts per cycle: 20
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.43
• Maximum Salary: $29.58
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: COV AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Unit 3B, Villa Caritas
• Primary Location: Villa Caritas
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 09-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 21-DEC-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 5
• Shifts per cycle: 20
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.43
• Maximum Salary: $29.58
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Must be registered with and hold a valid practice permit from College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) prior to commencing employment.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.Ability to work independently and function as a team member.Ability to be self-directed, have good organizational and time management skills.Must be able to work in a fast-paced and, at times, highly stressful environment.N95 mask FIT testing is required.Recent patient care experience in a geriatric psychiatry or mental health setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completion of grade 10 or equivalent preferred.Successful completion of a recognized mental health certificate program, or have successfully completed one full time year (2022.75 hours) of working with psychiatry or dementia patients/residents within an acute care or continuing care setting.Ability to maintain own educational requirements with the assistance of the education department and manager.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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