Health Care Aide (HCA) - PWLST

Connectingcare; Town of Stettler; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care organization in Stettler is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide exceptional care for residents. The ideal candidate will join a supportive team, assist with personal and medical care, and uphold the organization’s values. Benefits include competitive compensation and opportunities for growth. A Health Care Aide program graduation is required.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Life, Health & Dental benefits

Health Spending Account

RRSP program with employer matching

Qualifications

• Must be registered in the Alberta HCA Directory.
• Obtain a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector check prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Serve the community with top resident care.
• Assist residents with personal care as authorized by the Homecare Nurse.
• Provide medication assistance according to current strategies.
• Engage in ongoing educational programs.

Skills

Strong team player

Exceptional leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Graduate of a recognized Health Care Aide program

Valid First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

The Opportunity:

The role of Health Care Aide will be serving the community of Points West Living Stettler in Stettler, Alberta. The Health Care Aide is responsible for ensuring top resident care is priority, with a high level of focus in time management.

Overview

We are seeking candidates interested in: 1-CASUAL Certified Health Care Aide 8Hr Service Time Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends.

Responsibilities

• Strong team player with exceptional leadership skills and a patient approach.
• Coordinate various business activities within the organization’s vision, objectives, and philosophy.
• Support Person Directed Care approaches and assist residents with personal care as authorized by the Homecare Nurse.
• Provide medication assistance to residents according to current Well-Being Strategies.
• Strive for excellence in resident, family member, and employee care partner satisfaction.
• Maintain a friendly demeanor with respect and care for all persons.
• Support residents’ lifestyle in a community environment in accordance with individualized care plans.
• Knowledge of supportive living services, assessment, and care planning.
• Maintain ongoing compliance with applicable provincial and federal regulatory standards.
• Demonstrate strong relationship building with residents, family members, internal and external care partners to ensure the vibrancy of the community.
• Be flexible, willing to prioritize and re-adjust routines, and open to change for the benefit of the community.
• Show strong organizational, communication, and time and resource management skills.
• Exhibit problem solving and conflict resolution skills; deal effectively with difficult or crisis situations.
• Ongoing monitoring and continuous quality improvement.
• Initiative in accident and injury prevention and adherence to health and safety practices within the community.
• Participate in ongoing educational programs.
• Complete general light housekeeping, laundry and dining room duties as directed.
• Maintain and adhere to confidentiality, professionalism of the community, and accountability of all care partners.

Foundational knowledge and experience to grow from

• Must be a graduate of a recognized Health Care Aide program and registered in the Alberta HCA Directory.
• Must hold valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Obtain prior to employment a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunity for personal and professional growth.
• We provide an approach to care that supports the WHOLE person, upholds their right to a life full of purpose, connection, empowerment, and possibility.

*Read more about our philosophy at edenalt.org

• Life, Health & Dental benefits 50/50 (To qualify for benefits and RRSP, you must have a permanent position and work at least 24 hours per week regularly.)
• Health Spending Account
• RRSP program with employer maximum 3% matching
• Looking for a happy corporate culture! The term staff is not used here, we are Employee Care Partners!

Thank you for applying. Only successful candidates will be contacted.