Health Care Aide

Alberta Health Services; Innisfail; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Innisfail is seeking a Health Care Aide (HCA) to join the multidisciplinary team, supporting daily living activities and routine care under supervision to maintain a safe environment across home, community and care facilities.

Minimum requirements include active or eligible CLHA registration, Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months, and 1–2 years of long-term care experience; shifts include days, evenings, weekends, at 0.42 FTE with 7.75-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide.
• Proof of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
• 1-2 years of experience in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Assist nurses with routine patient care and safety.
• Observe and report on patients' mood, health and wellbeing to the care team.

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Job description

Your Opportunity

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement.

Transition Company

Assisted Living Alberta

Classification

Health Care Aide

Union

AUPE AUX

Unit and Program

Innisfail Continuing Care

Primary Location

Innisfail Health/MH Care Ctr

Location Details

As Per Location

Multi-Site

Not Applicable

FTE

0.42

Posting End Date

09-OCT-2026

Employee Class

Regular Part Time

Date Available

19-OCT-2026

Hours per Shift

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks

10

Shifts per cycle

21

Shift Pattern

Days, Evenings, Weekends

Days Off

As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary

$26.43

Maximum Salary

$29.58

Vehicle Requirement

Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.

Additional Required Qualifications

1-2 years of experience in a long-term care facility.

Preferred Qualifications

Connect Care.