Health Care Aide

Alberta Health Services; Wabasca-Desmarais; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Northern Incentive Program

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Health Care Aide (HCA) for Wabasca Home Care. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide personal assistance, support daily living activities, and help maintain patients’ independence in their homes.

The role requires CLHA registration or eligibility, with certification within 18 months. A satisfactory police check is required, and the position offers community-based care in a northern Alberta setting.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for CLHA registration as Health Care Aide.
• Proof of HCA Certificate or completion within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance to clients, supporting activities of daily living.
• Assist nurses with routine care to meet hygiene, nutrition, mobility, and safety needs.
• Collaborate with the care team across home, community, and health care facilities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interpersonal communication

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

HCA Registration with CLHA

Job description

Join the Wabasca Home Care team as a Health Care Aide (HCA) with Assisted Living Alberta (ALA). ALA currently has a Northern Incentive Program Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Located in northern Alberta, Wabasca offers the benefits of a close-knit community surrounded by beautiful lakes, boreal forest, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. With affordable living, a welcoming atmosphere, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives, Wabasca is an ideal place to live and work. As a Health Care Aide, you will build meaningful relationships with clients and families while providing compassionate personal care and support that helps individuals maintain their independence and quality of life in their own homes. Make a lasting impact through community-based care and experience the rewards of supporting clients where they feel most comfortable. Wabasca Home Care offers the opportunity to make a difference every day.

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.

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Home Support / Community
• Primary Location: Wabasca/Desmarais Comm Health
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 01-DEC-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 11-DEC-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $26.43
• Maximum Salary: $29.58
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Home Support / Community
• Primary Location: Wabasca/Desmarais Comm Health
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 01-DEC-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 11-DEC-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $26.43
• Maximum Salary: $29.58
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

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:

As required.

Preferred Qualifications:

As required.

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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We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta.

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.