Health Care Aide - AgeCare Dawson

ACIL AgeCare Investments Ltd; Chestermere; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay & benefits

Career growth

Supportive culture

Meaningful work

Community feel

Recognition

Job summary

AgeCare is seeking a Health Care Aide (HCA) in Canada to join our care team and support residents with daily needs under supervision of a Staff Nurse. The role involves assisting with personal care, transfers, feeding, and mobility across multiple facilities.

Ideal candidates will have a PCA/HCA certificate, CLHA registration, and 1+ year of experience in continuing care, with English fluency essential for patient communication. Part-time opportunities with competitive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in continuing care or related environment is preferred.
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Completion of a recognized Personal Care Aide (PCA/HCA 2002 or greater) Certificate Course or Equivalent Education Certificate.
• Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA).

Responsibilities

• Bath, shower, and wash residents according to the NCP to promote resident personal comfort and well-being.
• Transfer/assist with resident transfers in and out of bed, to and from wheelchair, commode, or toilet, using appropriate Engineering Controls and PPE controls.
• Feed/assist with feeding residents during meals and nourishment/snack times. Refer to care plan for appropriate diet to each resident.
• Provide routine treatments under the direction of the Staff Nurse.
• Assist residents to travel about the facility.
• Assist residents to and from the Dining Room for meals.
• Assist residents to and from the Beauty Parlor, physiotherapy, and recreation activities.
• Accompany residents to social and therapy functions inside our facility.
• Always wear a transfer belt.

Skills

English fluency

Experience in continuing care

Education

PCA/HCA certificate

CLHA registration

Post-secondary education

Job description

The Opportunity

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a member of the care team, collaborating on the delivery of resident care. The Health Care Aide, under the supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse, applies their knowledge and skills in order to provide a wide variety of safe and thorough basic care and services to residents.

What You Will Do

• Bath, shower, and wash residents according to the NCP to promote resident personal comfort and well-being according to strict water temperature control procedures.
• Transfer/assist with resident transfers in and out of bed, to and from wheelchair, commode, or toilet, using appropriate Engineering Controls (Ceiling Lifts, Mechanical Lifts) and Personal Protective Equipment Controls (Transfer Belt).
• Feed/assist with feeding residents during meals and nourishment/snack times. Refer to care plan for appropriate diet to each resident.
• Provide routine treatments (e.g. skin creams, bowel protocols) and care procedures to residents, under the direction of the Staff Nurse.
• Assist residents to travel about the facility.
• Assist residents to and from the Dining Room for meals.
• Assist residents to and from the Beauty Parlor, physiotherapy, and recreation activities.
• Accompany residents to social and therapy functions inside our facility.
• Always wear a transfer belt.

What You Bring

• One year of experience in continuing care or related environment is preferred.
• Post-secondary education an asset.
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Completion of a recognized Personal Care Aide (PCA/HCA 2002 or greater) Certificate Course or Equivalent Education Certificate.
• Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA).

What We Offer

• Great Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement.
• Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued.
• Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents' lives.
• Community Feel: Build strong connections with residents, their families, and your colleagues.
• Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded.

About Us

For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs.

Work Location

Work Location: AgeCare Dawson Address: 77 Merganser Drive West, Chestermere AB T1X 3J5 FTE: 0.20 Employment Type: Regular Part Time

Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind. We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of: Trust: Act with integrity and fairness Respect: Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion Quality: Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service Teamwork: Uplift each other with positive energy and support