Health Care Aide (HCA) Evenings and Weekend SW

Saigecare; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

On‑call support

Ongoing free training

Career milestones rewards

Respectful and supportive environment

Job summary

Saige Homecare in Calgary is seeking Health Care Aides to provide in-home care for seniors and individuals needing assistance. You will support daily activities, assist with personal care, meals, and light housekeeping, while following each client’s care plan.

The role offers flexible full-time or part-time hours across Calgary North and South areas, with competitive wages starting at $18 per hour. Candidates must have HCA certification, CPR, and be comfortable driving between client homes.

Qualifications

• Certification as Health Care Aide or equivalent
• Registration on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory
• Valid HCP/BLS CPR Certification or willingness to obtain one
• Vulnerable Sector Police Check within 6 months or willingness to obtain one
• Driver's License and ability to drive to client homes

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care according to the client’s care plan.
• Communicate effectively with clients, office staff, and Nurse Managers.
• Collaborate with client, family, and Saige team to set and achieve quality‑of‑life goals.
• Build strong relationships with clients and families and the Saige team.
• Monitor and report health changes to Nurse Managers.
• Document care activities via the mobile home care app.
• Assist with personal care, meals, and light housekeeping.
• Support transportation to appointments as needed.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Health Care Aide Certification

Registration on Alberta Health Care Aide Directory

HCP CPR Certification

Tools

Mobile home care app

Job description

SAIGE Homecare is an established home care agency that has been serving the Calgary community for over 10 years. We pride ourselves on our Nurse Managed Client Centered Care and a high level of professionalism.

The role of a Health Care Aide at Saige Homecare is a critical one for those who depend on others for basic daily care, such as bathing, eating, help with exercises, and personal hygiene. Saige Health Care Aide's also provide companionship and social engagement, do light housekeeping, and cook nutritious meals for our clients. Health Care Aides typically work with seniors and individuals requiring care in their own homes or facility settings.

Pay:starting at $18 per hour, based on experience

Shift/Schedules: Full time & part time hours, flexible schedules. Clients across Calgary in North and South areas.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Provide personalized care according to the client’s custom care plan.
• Communicate effectively with clients, office staff, and Nurse Managers
• Collaborate with the client, family, and the Saige team to set and achieve common goals related to quality of life for the clients.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, families, and the Saige Team
• Monitor and report changes in health to the Nurse Managers
• Documentation via mobile home care app

With guidance from our Nurse Managers, Saige Homecare HCA's provide support in the following areas:

• Personal care: bathing, grooming, dressing, peri care, toileting
• Medication administration and assistance, as directed by a Nurse Manager
• Meal planning and preparation
• Household management: light housekeeping, assistance to and from appointments and other outings
• Companionship and social engagement

Requirements for Employment:

• Health Care Aide Certification OR equivalent education.
• Registration on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory.
• Valid HCP/BLS CPR Certification, or willingness to obtain one.
• A Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check (Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector search) dated within the last 6 months, or willingness to obtain one.
• Drivers License and willingness to drive from home to home

Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience and education.
• Flexible schedules
• 24 hours On Call support
• Ongoing and free training in specialized care areas by Registered Nurses
• Rewards for career milestones
• Respectful and supportive working environment

We look forward to hearing from you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteris t protected by federal, state, or local laws.