Health Care Aide (HCA-AR94-004)

Bethany Care Society; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing exceptional care to residents and their families. As a Health Care Aide, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for residents by assisting with daily living activities and promoting their independence. Your responsibilities will include documenting care, ensuring safety, and collaborating with a dedicated team to meet the holistic needs of residents. This temporary part-time position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about care and teamwork, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education and Health Care Aide certificate required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and work in demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered care and assist with daily living activities.
• Document care and observations accurately for health records.
• Contribute to a safe environment by adhering to safety guidelines.

Skills

Observation Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to work in demanding environments

Education

Grade 10 education

Health Care Aide certificate

Job description

With a passion for care towards residents, families and team members, the Health Care Aide is accountable for providing outstanding care and support to residents, resident families and volunteers within their designated scope of practice. The Health Care Aide demonstrates responsiveness to the holistic needs of residents by assisting with activities of daily living, promoting choices, maintaining dignity and facilitating resident independence.

What You Will Do

Individual responsibilities will fall under five main areas of focus:

1. Resident-Centered Care: Promotes service excellence and is responsive to the residents’ needs in accordance with resident care plans, policies and procedures. Assists residents with all activities of daily living as required, while maintaining the resident’s privacy and dignity.
2. Documentation: Accurately and comprehensively documents and reports care and related observations to the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in a timely manner. Monitors, observes and documents residents’ holistic needs in the health care record, including the physical, psychological, spiritual, social and emotional well-being of the resident.
3. Safety: Contributes to a safe environment for residents, the team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of all resident, occupational health and safety and emergency preparedness and response policies and procedures.
4. Pro-active Learner: Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities.
5. Team Work: Cares for and works cooperatively with others as an effective team member. Participates with other interdisciplinary team members in evaluating and changing the documented care needs of residents.

What You Bring

1. Grade 10 education and Government of Alberta approved Health Care Aide certificate
2. Registered with the Government of Alberta Health Care Aide Directory
3. Previous Health Care Aide experience is preferred but not required
4. Ability to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding environment
5. Demonstrates ability to understand, speak, read and write effectively in English
6. Excellent observation, communication and problem solving skills

Position Information:

1. Posting Number: 24-8316
2. Position Number: HCA-AR94-004
3. Location: Bethany Airdrie
4. Classification: HCA
5. FTE: 0.68
6. Union: AUPE
7. Unit: DSL4
8. Position Type: Temporary Part-Time (Position End date: October 31, 2024)
9. Shift and Hours of Work: Days (0700-1515)
10. Hours Per Shift: 7.75 hours
11. Shifts Per Cycle: 17 shifts in a 5 week cycle