Health Care Aide

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Wabasca invites applications for Health Care Aide (HCA) in the Home Care/Assisted Living Alberta program. You will deliver compassionate personal care, support daily living activities, and assist nurses in routine care across home and community settings. Casual/Relief roles pay hourly under AUPE AUX agreement.

Location: Wabasca/Desmarais. Shift pattern includes days and weekends; minimum salary ranges from $26.43 to $29.58 per hour with Northern Incentive Program up to

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration with CLHA as Health Care Aide.
• Proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
• Casual/Relief employee category under AUPE AUX union.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with activities of daily living.
• Assist with routine care and observe/report patients' mood and wellbeing.
• Support nurses and healthcare team within home care and community settings.
• Maintain a safe environment and effective communication with patients and care professionals.

Skills

Compassionate care

ADL support

Team collaboration

Observation & reporting

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Registration eligibility (CLHA)

Job description

Your Opportunity:

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
• 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.