Health Care Aide (HCA-CA19-016) - Bethany Calgary

BCS Bethany Care Society; Calgary; On-site; CAD 2,480,000 - 3,582,000; Part time

Job summary

BCS Bethany Care Society in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide compassionate, resident-centered support in the evenings. You will assist with activities of daily living, document observations, and collaborate with the care team to maintain dignity and independence for residents.

Requirements include Grade 10, Government of Alberta HCA certificate, and CLHA registration or eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must hold Government of Alberta approved Health Care Aide certificate.
• Registered with the CLHA or eligible to register in Alberta.
• Ability to read, write and understand English effectively.
• Strong observation and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Promotes resident-centered care and supports daily living activities.
• Documents care and observations accurately for the care team.
• Maintains safety and follows health and safety policies.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to update care plans.
• Demonstrates Bethany's mission and values in daily tasks.

Skills

English proficiency

Observation skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Health Care Aide certificate

Grade 10 education

CLHA registration

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-CA19-016) - Bethany Calgary

FTE: 0.63

Non- Union/Union: AUPE ANC Department/Unit: YA

Time Type: Part time

Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Shift & Hours of Work: Evenings (1445 - 2200)

Shift per Cycle: 18, 6.75 hour shifts in a 5 week cycle

Position Start Date: 2026-10-05

Position End Date: 2027-02-28

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-being 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