Health Care Aide (HCA-CA02-014) - Bethany Calgary

BCS Bethany Care Society; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Bethany Care Society in Calgary is seeking a part-time Health Care Aide to provide compassionate support to residents under the supervision of nursing staff.

You will assist with daily living activities, monitor residents' wellbeing, and document observations to ensure privacy, dignity and quality care. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork and adherence to care plans.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education completed and Alberta CLHA approved HCA certificate.
• English language proficiency in speaking, reading and writing.
• Strong observation, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Document care observations accurately and timely.
• Maintain safety and a respectful environment for residents and staff.
• Collaborate with the care team to adjust documented care needs.
• Demonstrate Bethany's mission and values in daily work.

Skills

English communication

Observation

Problem solving

Education

Grade 10 education

Health Care Aide certificate (CLHA)

Job description

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 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:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Pro-active Learner: Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities.
• 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

• Grade 10 education and Government of Alberta approved Health Care Aide certificate Registered with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA)
• 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

Location: Calgary; Alberta Site: Bethany Calgary Site Address: 916 18A St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1C6 Classification: Health Care Aide (HCA-CA02-014) - Bethany Calgary FTE: 0.56 Non-Union/Union: AUPE ANC Department/Unit: Southview Time Type: Part time Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) Shift & Hours of Work: Days (0645 - 1315) Shift per Cycle: 18, 6.00 hour shifts in a 5 week cycle Position Start Date: 2026-10-02 Position End Date: 2027-04-04 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). Bethany is one of Western Canada’s largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and persons with disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well‑wellbeing of our residents and tenants. At Bethany, our employees are the backbone that supports our model of quality care. We celebrate a workforce rich in diversity, and our employees are rewarded through meaningful work experiences. Our employees are a part of something bigger than themselves—we are a team of multidisciplinary professionals committed to Creating Caring Communities. For more information, check out this video about Working at Bethany