Health Care Aide (HCA)

Saigecare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

On-call support

Ongoing training

Job summary

Saige Homecare is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide in-home support to clients across Calgary. The role involves assisting with bathing, eating, mobility, personal hygiene, meal preparation, and light housekeeping, while delivering companionship and social engagement.

Shifts include full-time and part-time hours with flexible scheduling. Starting pay is $18 per hour, based on experience, and drivers are needed to reach clients’ homes.

Qualifications

• Health Care Aide Certification or equivalent education.
• Registration on the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta is expected.
• Valid HCP/BLS CPR Certification, or willingness to obtain one.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector within last 6 months, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care according to the client’s care plan.
• Communicate effectively with clients, office staff, and Nurse Managers.
• Collaborate with client, family, and Saige team to improve quality of life.
• Build strong relationships with clients, families, and the Saige Team.
• Monitor and report changes in health to Nurse Managers.
• Document via mobile home care app.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Companionship

Teamwork

Education

Health Care Aide Certification or equivalent

Job description

SAIGE Homecare is an established home care agency that has been serving the Calgary community for over 10 years. We pride ourselves on our Nurse Managed Client Centered Care and a high level of professionalism.

The role of a Health Care Aide at Saige Homecare is a critical one for those who depend on others for basic daily care, such as bathing, eating, help with exercises, and personal hygiene. Saige Health Care Aide's also provide companionship and social engagement, do light housekeeping, and cook nutritious meals for our clients. Health Care Aides typically work with seniors and individuals requiring care in their own homes or facility settings.

Pay:starting at $18 per hour, based on experience

Shift/Schedules: Full time & part time hours, flexible schedules. Clients across Calgary in North and South areas.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Provide personalized care according to the client’s custom care plan.
• Communicate effectively with clients, office staff, and Nurse Managers
• Collaborate with the client, family, and the Saige team to set and achieve common goals related to quality of life for the clients.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, families, and the Saige Team
• Monitor and report changes in health to the Nurse Managers
• Documentation via mobile home care app

With guidance from our Nurse Managers, Saige Homecare HCA's provide support in the following areas:

• Personal care: bathing, grooming, dressing, peri care, toileting
• Medication administration and assistance, as directed by a Nurse Manager
• Meal planning and preparation
• Household management: light housekeeping, assistance to and from appointments and other outings
• Companionship and social engagement

Requirements for Employment:

• Health Care Aide Certification OR equivalent education.
• Registration on the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta.
• Valid HCP/BLS CPR Certification, or willingness to obtain one.
• A Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check (Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector search) dated within the last 6 months, or willingness to obtain one.
• Drivers License and willingness to drive from home to home

Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience and education.
• Flexible schedules
• 24 hours On Call support
• Ongoing and free training in specialized care areas by Registered Nurses
• Rewards for career milestones
• Respectful and supportive working environment

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.