Health Care Aide (HCA-DB94-136)

Bethany Care Society; Didsbury; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking passionate Health Care Aides to join their team. This part-time role involves providing exceptional care and support to residents, ensuring their dignity and independence while assisting with daily activities. The organization is renowned for its commitment to employee well-being, offering competitive salaries and generous benefits. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of seniors and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values compassion and community, and help create caring environments for those in need.

Benefits

Generous vacation and leave time

Competitive salaries

Retirement savings programs

Top-ups for maternal leaves

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education and Health Care Aide certificate required.
• Registered with the Government of Alberta Health Care Aide Directory.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered care and assist with daily living activities.
• Document care and observations accurately for health records.
• Ensure safety and adhere to health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Observation Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Physical Endurance

Education

Grade 10 Education

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?

Bethany has won Alberta Top Employer for 15 years for the programs we invest in for our employees. We offer top-ups for maternal leaves, generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits, and retirement savings programs. 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 this video about Working at Bethany.

*INTERNAL APPLICANTS* 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.

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:

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

• 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: 24-8593
• Position Number: HCA-DB94-136
• Location: Bethany Didsbury
• Classification: HCA
• FTE: 0.68
• Union: AUPE
• Unit: DSL4
• Position Type: Part Time Temporary (till December 15, 2025)
• Shift And Hours of Work: Evenings (1500-2200)
• Shift Per Cycle: 21 x 7.5hr evening shifts in a 4 week rotation
• Posting End Date: January 13, 2024 at 6 pm

How to Apply:

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