Health Care Aide Casual AgeCare Holyrood

Bloom Limited Partnership; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay & benefits

Career growth

Supportive culture

Meaningful work

Community feel

Recognition

Job summary

AgeCare Health Care Aide position involves providing personal care to residents under supervision and supporting daily living activities in a community-health setting.

Role requires completion of a Health Care Aide program (or provincial equivalent with 500 hours theory/practicum) and strong communication skills. Includes lifting/transferring clients and obtaining a Vulnerable Sector Check. Competitive wages with benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 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
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
• Sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care duties
• BLS and First Aid certification recommended
• Ability to perform tasks necessary for the position (lifting/transferring clients)
• Complete Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Respond to resident/client/family concerns and take appropriate action
• Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment for residents and equipment
• Observe and report safety concerns to supervisor and advocate for client safety
• Engage with other agencies involved in resident care as directed
• Attend in-services to develop knowledge and skills
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults
• Uphold AgeCare values and Code of Conduct

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Personal care

Lifting/Transfers

Education

Health Care Aide program

Provincial equivalent certificate (≥500 hours)

Job description

The Opportunity

The Health Care Aide reporting to Community Care RN Case Managers provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and standards, policies and procedures.

What You Will Do

• Respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken within decision making authority and or concern communicated to supervisor.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and cleanly environment, including residents/clients equipment, belongings, and nursing equipment.
• Observe & report to the Client Service Supervisor any concerns regarding clients safety, including physical environment, implement interventions as directed by his/her supervisor & advocate on client behalf to ensure client safety is maintained.
• Engage with other agencies involved in resident/client care as directed.
• Attend in services to develop knowledge and skills.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• Uphold and promote the organizations values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Code of Conduct.

What You Will Need

• 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

• 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 colleagues.
• Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded.

About AgeCare

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.

Salary

Wage Levelling Salary: $29.83 per hour