Health Care Aide

Alberta Health Services; Redwater; Presencial; CAD 36.000 - 41.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Alberta Health Services in Redwater is seeking a casual Health Care Aide to join the multidisciplinary team in Long Term Care, Acute Care, and Emergency. You will provide personal assistance and support services to residents and patients under the supervision of a regulated health professional.

The role requires adaptability, excellent communication, and the ability to work rotating shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends; a HCA Certificate or eligibility for CLHA registration is

Formación

• Active or eligible for registration with CLHA as Health Care Aide.
• Proof of education or completion of HCA Certificate within 18 months of hire.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and workloads.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work shift work and meet physical demands.

Responsabilidades

• Provide personal assistance and support services to residents/patients.
• Assist with activities of daily living and meet hygiene, nutrition and mobility needs.
• Support nurses and observe mood, health and wellbeing.
• Assist in maintaining safety and assisting with programs and activities.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and health care professionals.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Adaptability

Shift work

Educación

Health Care Aide Certificate

Registration with CLHA

Descripción del empleo

Living in a small town that’s close to a big city offers the best of all worlds. Redwater is situated in beautiful northern Alberta, 1 hour north of Edmonton. For residents who enjoy a busy lifestyle, you can find nearby outdoor recreational opportunities including golf, an outdoor swimming pool, and the Redwater sand hills natural area for a great ATV ride! Rural Alberta offers a lot of advantages not only for your family, but also for your career. Your role as a Health Care Aide will improve the lives of Albertans, providing resident - and family-centered care through your work in the area of Long Term Care, Acute Care and Emergency.

Description:

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.

• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Long Term Care, Acute Care, Emergency
• Primary Location: Redwater Health Centre
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $26.43
• Maximum Salary: $29.58
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Long Term Care, Acute Care, Emergency
• Primary Location: Redwater Health Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• 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:

Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing and fluctuating priorities and workloads. Must be able to identify own learning needs and seek guidance where knowledge deficits occur. Excellent communication skills and a compassionate and caring attitude. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to be an excellent team player is required. Ability to work shift work. Ability to meet the physical demands of the job such as standing, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, and carrying during the shift.

Preferred Qualifications:

Recent experience (within the last year) working as a Health Care Aide in a Long Term Care setting is preferred.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.