Health Care Aide (2026-0984)

Carewest Innovative Healthcare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Carewest Innovative Healthcare seeks a Health Care Aide at the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Complex Care unit, in Calgary. This temporary part-time role supports adults living with complex health needs, reporting to the Director of Care and working within an interprofessional team.

You will assist with daily care, monitor patient status, and communicate changes to nursing staff, while following Carewest policies and maintaining high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program.
• English communication ability is required.
• Must be physically capable of frequent lifting, transferring and repositioning of clients.
• Active and current CLHA registration is required.
• Related health care facility experience is an asset.
• Program specific training/experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Observe, monitor and report on client status/condition, including changes in physical and emotional status.
• Deliver prescribed medications accurately as per policy and procedure.
• Report changes in client status to the RN and/or LPN.
• Provide ongoing client care in line with Carewest policies and ethical standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Health Care Aide program

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Part Time Term Ends July 25, 2027Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Complex Care, Nursing BW Hours: 31.00 FTE: 0.40 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0700-1515 Union: AUPE Aux Nursing Rate of Pay: $20.77 - $26.02 PCN: 26CCCNA37

Date Competition Closes: September 24, 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:

Chronic Complex Care – for adults living with a complex disease or life-threatening illness. The prime populations are adults on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, as well as people who need specialized respiratory support.

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.