Health Care Aide

Pmh Mb; Killarney; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider is looking for a full-time Health Care Aide to provide direct client care and support according to established care standards. This role involves assisting clients with daily activities while ensuring their dignity, safety, and independence. The position operates under the guidance of a team leader and requires a Health Care Aide Certificate.

Qualifications

• Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.
• Document care as per policy and follow individual care plans.
• Monitor and respond to client needs promptly.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Independent judgment

Culturally diverse population respect

Confidentiality

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS

• Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
• Ability to display independent judgment
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Health Care Aide provides direct client care and environmental support within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. The Health Care Aide functions in meeting the special and changing needs of clients and assisting them in reaching and maintaining optimum health and independence within the limits of their abilities under the direction of the team leader.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Overview:

• Assist clients in activities of daily living, striving to maintain self-respect, dignity, and independence by encouraging and allowing clients to care for themselves within their abilities, integrating the resident Bill of Rights (Long Term Care) into care.
• Follow individualized care plans, provide feedback to improve care, and communicate/report client changes to the team leader.
• Document care according to policy and record observations and care provided in the client’s health record and/or flow sheets as per policies and procedures.
• Provide or assist with personal hygiene, elimination, mobility, and other care activities as detailed in the original description, adhering to care plans and safety protocols.
• Perform safety measures, including monitoring and applying restraints as per policies, and responding to client needs promptly.
• Assist with nutrition, vital signs, oxygen therapy, medication safety, and other clinical procedures as directed by care plans.
• Maintain confidentiality, promote infection control, and ensure a safe environment.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and post-death care, including valuables management.
• Organize leisure activities, promote participation, and demonstrate the safe use of medical equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB INFORMATION:

• Close Date: Jun 18, 2025, 4:00 PM
• EFT: 1.00
• Employment Status: Full Time, Term starting July 13, 2025, ending October 21, 2025
• Note: Position may end sooner due to maternity/parental leave, with at least two weeks' notice.
• Shift: Days/Nights, 7.25-hour shifts
• Wage Rate: As per collective agreement
• Department: Long Term Care
• Site: Tri-Lake Health Centre (including Bayside Personal Care Home, Killarney)

This position requires criminal background checks, including vulnerable sector, adult, and child abuse registry checks. Applicants must submit a current resume; external applicants should include three work-related references. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.