Health Care Aide - Fort Macleod AB - Casual

Extendicare Canada Inc.; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare Canada Inc. is seeking a part-time PSW / HCA / CCA in Lethbridge to provide essential personal support and care to patients. The role focuses on enriching residents' lives through dedicated care, requiring specific certifications and experience in community home care.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory.
• Experience in Long Term Care or community home care preferred.
• Knowledge of legislation and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal support such as ambulation, feeding, bathing, and grooming.
• Communicate positively with residents, families, and staff.
• Follow care plans and documentation requirements.

Skills

Communication

Care Planning

Independent Work

Education

PSW Program or HCA / CCA certification

Job description

Job Description

The PSW / HCA / CCA provides direct personal support and care to patients to fulfill their physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and spiritual needs in accordance with policies, procedures, and work routines. Responsibilities include providing direct care such as ambulation, feeding, bathing, and grooming.

For Union Jobs, please refer to the collective agreement and include the following information in the Job Description:

• Union Name: CUPE Union
• Union Local: 3782
• Union Classification (Title): PSW / HCA as applicable
• Salary: As per Collective Agreement

Access to a reliable vehicle in community home care is required.

Qualifications:

1. Completed a PSW Program or HCA / CCA certification meeting the required standards
2. Currently registered with the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory
3. Experience in Long Term Care or community home care, with exposure to dementia and palliative care preferred
4. Knowledge of care planning systems and documentation
5. Ability to communicate positively with staff, residents/patients, and families
6. Ability to provide care in accordance with legislation, routines, and care plans; proficient in reading, writing, and understanding English instructions
7. Experience working independently in Community Home Care is an asset

Time Type: Part-time

Join Extendicare and be part of a team dedicated to making a difference. We focus on enriching residents' lives daily, transforming the quality of their lives and our work experience. If you are passionate about caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and its affiliated organizations, including partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request.