Health Care Aide (2026-0919)

Carewest Innovative Health Care; Calgary; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Carewest Innovative Health Care at Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre in Calgary is seeking a Health Care Aide (Casual) to deliver ongoing client care under the interprofessional team. You will observe and report changes in client status to the RN or LPN and assist with medications as required.

The ideal candidate has completed a Alberta Health Care Aide program, holds current CLHA registration, and can read, write and communicate in English. The position is casual with AUPE Aux Nursing wage scale.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and Alberta Health Care Aide program completion.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Physically capable of lifting, transferring and repositioning patients.
• Active and current CLHA registration.
• related health care facility experience is an asset.
• Program specific training/experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing client care as part of the interprofessional health care team.
• Observe, monitor and report changes in client status to RN or LPN.
• Assist with prescribed medications per policy and procedure.

Skills

English communication

Physical fitness

Team collaboration

Education

Alberta Health Care Aide program + high school diploma

Job description

Position Details

Position Status: Casual Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, RCTP BW Hours: 0.00 FTE: 0.00 Shift: N/A (Casual) Shift Times: 0700-1515/1500- 315/2300-0715/ 0530-1345 Union: AUPE Aux Nursing Rate of Pay: $20.77 - $26.02 PCN: N/A

Position Details

Position Status: Casual Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, RCTP BW Hours: 0.00 FTE: 0.00 Shift: N/A (Casual) Shift Times: 0700-1515/1500- 315/2300-0715/ 0530-1345 Union: AUPE Aux Nursing Rate of Pay: $20.77 - $26.02 PCN: N/A

Date Competition Closes: September 15, 2026

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Director of Care, the Health Care Aide (HCA) is a regulated member of the interprofessional health care team who provides ongoing client care. The HCA observes, monitors and reports on client status/condition including changes in physical and emotional status. The HCA ensures that changes in client status are reported to the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This position delivers prescribed medications accurately as per policy and procedure. In keeping with Carewest's Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care and Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program Summary

Rehabilitation and Community Transition Program (RCTP) - a short-stay restorative care program that supports medically stable adults who do not need an acute-care level of service, but may require additional assessment, recuperation, and therapy before returning to the community.

Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required, plus graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English is required
• Must be physically capable of managing the frequent lifting, transferring and repositioning of clients
• Active and current registration with CLHA required
• Related experience in a health care facility is an asset
• Program specific training/experience is an asset

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