Health Care Aide Casual AgeCare Dawson

ACIL AgeCare Investments Ltd; Chestermere; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Diversity & inclusion

Impactful work

Job summary

ACIL AgeCare Investments Ltd is seeking a Health Care Aide to join the care team. You will work under the supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver safe, thorough basic care and services to residents.

You will observe residents, participate in care planning, and collaborate with the nursing team to support residents’ wellbeing and dignity in a home-like setting.

Qualifications

• Must have Health Care Aide program or provincial equivalent with minimum 500 hours theory & practicum.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to provide personal care duties with compassion and professionalism.
• Current Basic Life Support and First Aid certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-focused care within full scope of practice.
• Observe residents for changes in status during activities and care.
• Report changes to the Staff Nurse promptly.
• Contribute to Nursing Care Plan with observations and resident needs.
• Collaborate with the health care team to address holistic resident needs.
• Assist and accompany residents in mobility and community activities.
• Identify and report unsafe activities to prevent harm.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Personal care

Lifting/Transferring

Education

Health Care Aide program

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

• Work to your full scope of practice and provide resident focused care.
• Observe residents for any changes in resident status when tub bathing, washing, cleaning, dressing, and changing residents.
• Report any changes in the resident’s condition to the Staff Nurse as soon as possible.
• Participate in the development of the Nursing Care Plan (NCP) by sharing observations, information and knowledge of the needs and strengths of the residents.
• Share this information with other members of the nursing team and the health care team (Collaborative Care Model) so that the plan addresses the resident’s individual needs in a holistic way (Philosophy of Caring/Wellness Model).
• Assist and accompany residents in moving about the community with walking as well as participate in functions.
• Report any unsafe activities that may cause harm or injure a resident.

What You Will Bring

• Graduate of Health Care Aide program (or provincial equivalent certificate program with minimum 500 hours of theory & practicum).
• Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting.
• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills.
• Must have demonstrated sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care duties.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended.
• Ability to perform tasks that are necessary for the position, e.g. lifting/transferring clients.
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.
• Opportunities for training, education, and advancement.
• A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued.
• Make a real impact on our residents' lives.
• Build strong connections with residents, their families, and your colleagues.
• 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.

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.

At AgeCare, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Work Location

• AgeCare Dawson Address: 77 Merganser Drive W, Chestermere, AB T1X 3J5
• Employment Type: Casual

Values

• 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