Health Care Aide

Alberta Health Services; Town of Hinton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Health Care Aide in Hinton, Alberta, to provide personal care and support to patients. You will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to assist with activities of daily living and transportation, while ensuring patient safety and well-being. Candidates should hold a Health Care Aide Certificate and relevant nursing qualifications. This regular part-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
• Active directory status on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory.
• Nursing students must have completed a minimum of 100 hours of practicum.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance and support activities of daily living.
• Assist nurses with the provision of routine care.
• Maintain effective communication with patients and health professionals.

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Enrollment in nursing program

Job description

Your Opportunity

Alberta Health Services (AHS) needs a caring individual who is passionate about helping others. This key role has a massive impact on the well‑being of our patients by delivering safe, quality patient and family‑centered care.

You will provide personal care by supporting activities of daily living, assisting in patient assessments and procedures, offering comfort measures to patients and their families, portering, as well as simple charting in patient’s records.

You will work closely with patients, families, caregivers, and all members of the health care team.

The Town of Hinton in northwest Alberta, with its stunning view of the Rockies, is located about 284 kms west of Edmonton – close enough to visit friends and family on the weekends and holidays!

You are also only 15 minutes from Jasper National Park and an hour from the Town of Jasper – perfect for that after work or day trip!

Besides the national park, you can also take in the natural beauty of one of provincial parks just minutes away. In town, you’ll find public and Catholic K‑12 schools offering instruction in English and French, and arts, sports, cultural, and social activities across a wide spectrum.

Here, you can truly get to know your neighbours and community, making Hinton a perfect place to call home.

AHS is proud to be part of Canada’s first, and largest fully integrated provincial healthcare system, serving over 4.4 million Albertans. With opportunities for professional development, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, discover a whole different professional practice – and way of life – in the cozy town of Hinton.

Apply today!

Description

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multi‑disciplinary team providing personal assistance including supporting activities of daily living and 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 position you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities assisting nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients’ hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs, assisting with organized activities or programs and observing and reporting on a patient’s mood, health, and wellbeing.

Working under a regulated health professional you will be assisting in the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors, and maintaining effective communication with patients and health professionals.

Job Details

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Home Care
• Primary Location: Hinton Comm Hlth Ser/Mntl Hlth
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi‑Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.56
• Posting End Date: 04‑DEC‑2025
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 29‑DEC‑2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 35
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $20.78
• Maximum Salary: $25.26
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications

• Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire and active directory status on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Must provide confirmation letter as proof of enrolment from the Directory at https://www.albertahcadirectory.com/health-care-aides/confirmation/.
• Nursing students currently enrolled in an approved Alberta nursing program who have successfully completed a minimum of 100 hours of practicum; and are either in their 1st year of practical nursing program; or 2nd year of baccalaureate nursing or psychiatric nursing program will be considered. Must attest to this compliance and provide proof of qualification.

Additional Required Qualifications

As required.

Preferred Qualifications

As required.