Health Care Aide (HCA-CA02-007)

Bethany Care Society; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Alberta seeks a compassionate Health Care Aide in Calgary. The role focuses on resident-centered care, assisting with daily activities while ensuring dignity and privacy. Applicants should have Grade 10 education and a valid Health Care Aide certificate. This part-time temporary position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents.

Benefits

Generous vacation and leave time

Competitive salaries

Benefits package

Retirement savings programs

Qualifications

• Registered with the Government of Alberta Health Care Aide Directory.
• Ability to work in a demanding environment.
• Demonstrates proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living while ensuring privacy and dignity.
• Document care and report observations to nurses.
• Contribute to a safe environment by following safety guidelines.
• Work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Act as a proactive learner demonstrating the vision and values of Bethany.

Skills

Effective communication

Observation skills

Problem-solving

Education

Grade 10 education

Government of Alberta approved Health Care Aide certificate

Job description

About Bethany

Bethany Care Society (Bethany) is one of Western Canada’s largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and adults with disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well‑being of our residents and tenants. We create caring communities to support Albertans to age well.

Why Bethany?

We offer generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits, retirement savings programs and top‑ups for maternal leaves. We are committed to employee well‑being and giving back to our community. We invest in our people because they are the reason for our success. For more information, check out the video about Working at Bethany.

About the Role

With a passion for care towards residents, families and team members, the Health Care Aide is accountable for providing outstanding care and supporting 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

1. Resident‑Centered Care: Promote service excellence and respond to the residents’ needs in accordance with resident care plans, policies and procedures. Assist residents with all activities of daily living as required, while maintaining the resident’s privacy and dignity.
2. Documentation: Accurately and comprehensively document and report care and related observations to the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in a timely manner. Monitor, observe and document residents’ holistic needs in the health care record, including the physical, psychological, spiritual, social and emotional well‑being of the resident.
3. Safety: Contribute to a safe environment for residents, the team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of all resident, occupational health and safety and emergency preparedness and response policies and procedures.
4. Pro‑active Learner: Demonstrate the vision and values of Bethany and live out the mission of Creating Caring Communities.
5. Team Work: Care for and work cooperatively with others as an effective team member. Participate with other interdisciplinary team members in evaluating and changing the documented care needs of residents.

What You Bring

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

Position Information

• Posting Number: 25-9387
• Position Number: HCA-CA02-007
• Location: Bethany Calgary
• Classification: Health Care Aide (HCA)
• FTE: 0.40
• Union: AUPE
• Unit: LTC Level 2 South
• Position Type: Part‑Time Temporary
• Temporary End Date: October 31, 2026
• Hours of Work: Days 06:45‑15:00 hours
• Shift Per Cycle: 10 shifts in 5 weeks
• Position Start Date: January 9, 2026
• Posting End Date: December 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM

How to Apply

Like what you see and think you have what it takes to join our team?

INTERNAL APPLICANTS must utilize their @bethanyseniors.com email address in order to be considered for the role; failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.

Apply Online at: http://bethanyseniors.com/careers/ by submitting your resume and cover letter.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.

Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.

Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.