Health Care Aide (HCA) - Full Time

剥癥牡; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living organization in Canada is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide personal care and support to residents. The ideal candidate will have a graduate certificate in Health Care Aide from a recognized program and experience working with seniors. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, observing resident conditions, and ensuring a safe environment. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors.

Qualifications

• Experience working with seniors in community health settings.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and transferring clients.
• Provide a recent Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care, hygiene, and daily activities.
• Observe and report on resident care and conditions.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Organizational and time management skills

Interpersonal and customer service skills

Proven skills in providing personal care

Education

Graduate of a Health Care Aide program or provincial equivalent with minimum 500 hours of theory and practicum

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended

Job description

Overview

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Health & Wellness Manager or Director of Care, the Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs tasks within their knowledge and skill, under the supervision while adhering to regulatory and company standards, policies, and procedures.
• Adhere to the plan of care as determined by the supervisor;
• Facilitate residents' move-in and transfers where applicable;
• Observe and report on resident care / services using appropriate forms or tools;
• Assist residents with personal care, hygiene, and daily activities;
• Observe and report changes in residents' conditions to supervisor;
• Escalate medical emergencies to supervisor or emergency services as appropriate;
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals as required;
• Assist with ambulation, mobilization, transferring, and use of adaptive aids;
• Understand resident needs and maximize abilities;
• Provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support to residents and families;
• Maintain resident information confidentiality;
• Respond to resident and family concerns and take appropriate action or escalate as needed;
• Maintain a safe and clean environment, including residents' belongings and equipment;
• Report safety concerns and implement interventions as directed;
• Engage with other agencies involved in resident care as directed;
• Attend in-services to develop knowledge and skills;
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults;
• Uphold the organization's values and ethics;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Health Care Aide program or provincial equivalent with minimum 500 hours of theory and practicum (Ontario & Alberta);
• Experience working with seniors in community health settings;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Organizational and time management skills;
• Interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Proven skills in providing personal care;
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended;
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and transferring clients;
• Provide a recent (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one.

Cogir is committed to inclusive employment practices and providing accommodations upon request.