Health Care Aide

Southern Health-Santé Sud; Vita; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Manitoba is seeking a Health Care Aide to support residents in daily activities. This role requires a Health Care Aide Certificate, 1-2 years of experience, and competence in both English and French. You will work under the guidance of nurses, ensuring quality person-centered care and maintaining confidentiality. The ideal candidate values teamwork and is willing to work in diverse environments. A commitment to the community and support for Indigenous representation is encouraged.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in a health care setting preferred.
• 1-2 years' experience caring for elderly or disabled clients preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to residents/patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Maintain person-centered care according to established standards.
• Exercise appropriate levels of initiative and independent judgment.

Skills

Knowledge of confidentiality/privacy requirements following The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA)

Knowledge of workplace safety requirements following WHMIS

Ability to perform as a team member

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to interact well with others

Ability to respect and promote cultural diversity

Ability and willingness to work in stressful environments

Good work and attendance record

Education

Minimum Grade 12

Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program

Job description

Position Overview

Under the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders, the Health Care Aide (HCA) provides support and assistance to residents/patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as identified in the care plan. The HCA works to the full scope of practice and engages in education and certifications to maintain competency. Person‑centered care is provided according to established standards of practice, including but not limited to Accreditation Canada Standards, Personal Care Home Standards, and legislative requirements. The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values of Southern Health‑Santé Sud and the policies of the organization.

Experience

• One to two (1‑2) years’ experience working in a health care setting preferred.
• One to two (1‑2) years’ experience preferably caring for elderly or disabled clients preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Minimum Grade 12.
• Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute Care).

Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of confidentiality/privacy requirements following The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) legislation.
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements following Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
• Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program (VPP) training and processes.
• Knowledge of SCHIPP training and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
• Demonstrated ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as needed.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Demonstrated ability to interact well with others.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in stressful environments which may include aggressive and/or agitated individuals.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Some program areas require a valid Class 5 driver’s licence, an all‑purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work evenings, nights and weekends.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Southern Health‑Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Please include three work‑related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health‑Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French‑speaking communities within Southern Health‑Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.

Please be advised that job competitions for union‑represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor’s representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.