Health Care Aide

Covenant Health Canada; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Michael's Health Centre in Lethbridge is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide direct personal care, support daily living activities, and monitor residents' health in a compassionate, team-based environment.

The role requires Alberta CLHA licensure, 6+ months in long-term care, and strong communication, empathy, and professionalism in interactions with residents and families.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with and hold a valid practice permit from CLHA prior to starting.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in long-term care or similar setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care and health support to clients across the lifespan.
• Assist with activities of daily living and monitor changes in health status.
• Collaborate with the nursing team to follow documented care plans.
• Share observations promptly to support safety and wellbeing.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse/CLHA registration

Tools

Connect Care

Job description

Your Opportunity

St. Michael's Health Centre offers compassionate continuing care to individuals with diverse needs in a warm, homelike setting. Our specialized programs support post-acute recovery following strokes, surgeries, or accidents, as well as individualized day programs designed to meet physical, social, and memory-related needs. We are committed to holistic care, with a strong emphasis on spiritual care, dementia support, and supported living. Our comprehensive services include post-acute rehabilitation, complex mental health care, dementia care, level 2 supported living, palliative care, and long-term care. Discover meaningful career opportunities at St. Michael's Health Centre in Lethbridge and join our mission of excellence in Catholic healthcare. Please note: 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.

Job Details

• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: COV AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Seniors Care 1West
• Primary Location: St. Michael's Health Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.66
• Posting End Date: 05-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 15-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 4.50, 7.0, 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 5
• Shifts per cycle: 18
• 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

Minimum of 6 months of experience in a long-term care or similar healthcare setting. Basic understanding of long-term care principles, including support for chronic conditions and daily living activities. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents and their families. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a collaborative approach to working with a healthcare team. Ability to demonstrate empathy, patience, and professionalism in all interactions.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional training or certification in Geriatric Care or Long-Term Care (e.g., Certified Palliative Health Care Aide). Certification or training in crisis management techniques, such as Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI). Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems, such as Connect Care. Skills in providing support for residents with cognitive impairments and managing complex care needs.