Health Care Aide (HCA-CS16-219) - Bethany Collegeside

BCS Bethany Care Society; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Bethany Care Society in Red Deer, Alberta is seeking a part-time Health Care Aide to provide resident-centered support in the Young Adults Program at CollegeSide. You will assist with daily living, maintain dignity, and document observations for the nursing team.

The role requires an Alberta Health Care Aide certificate, CLHA registration, and good English skills. Prior experience is preferred but not required; evenings shifts and a temporary term start date are in place.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education and Government of Alberta approved Health Care Aide certificate.
• Registered with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA).
• English language ability and strong observation/communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote resident-centered care and support daily living activities as per care plans.
• Document care and observations accurately for the nursing team.
• Maintain safety and dignity, contributing to a supportive environment.
• Collaborate with team members to evaluate and adapt care needs.
• Demonstrate Bethany's mission and values in daily work.

Skills

Observation

Communication

Problem Solving

English Proficiency

Education

Grade 10 education

Health Care Aide certificate (Government of Alberta approved)

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

• 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: Red Deer, Alberta Site: Bethany Collegeside Site Address: 99 College Circle Red Deer, AB T4R 0M3 Classification: Health Care Aide (HCA‑CS16‑219) - Bethany Collegeside FTE: 0.61 Non‑Union/Union: AUPE ANC Department/Unit: Young Adults Program A1 - CollegeSide Time Type: Part time Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) Shift & Hours of Work: Evenings (1500‑2215) Shift per Cycle: 13 x 6.75 hour shift in a 4 week cycle Position Start Date: 2026‑09‑09 Position End Date: 2027‑04‑12

Equal Opportunity

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). Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Employer Information

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