Health Care Aide (HCA-SL02-017)

Bethany Care Society; Town of Sylvan Lake; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking a dedicated Health Care Aide to join their compassionate team. This role focuses on delivering outstanding care and support to residents, ensuring their dignity and independence. You will be part of a nurturing environment that values employee well-being and community service. With flexible shifts and a commitment to professional development, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors. If you are passionate about care and teamwork, this is the perfect chance to grow your career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Generous vacation and leave time

Competitive salaries

Retirement savings programs

Top-ups for maternal leaves

Employee well-being initiatives

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered care and assist with daily living activities.
• Document care observations and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Observational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

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?

We offer generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits, retirement savings programs and top-ups for maternal leaves. 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 aboutWorking at Bethany

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: 25-8917
• Position Number: HCA-SL02-017
• Location: Bethany Sylvan Lake
• Classification: Health Care Aide (HCA)
• FTE: 0.60
• Union: AUPE
• Unit: LTC
• Position Type: Temporary Part Time (Position End Date: December 14, 2025)
• Shift and Hours of Work: Days (0645-1500) and Evenings (1445-2300/1445-2145) hours
• Hours Per Shift: 7.75 hours (7 shifts) and 6.5 hours (6 shifts) in a four-week rotation
• Shift Per Cycle: 13 shifts per 4-week rotation
• Shift Pattern: Days & Evenings
• Position Start Date: May 30, 2025
• Posting Closing Date: May 16, 2025 at 6:00PM

How to Apply:

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

*INTERNAL APPLICANTS*Internal applicantsmustutilize [e-mail] address in order to be considered for the role; failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.

Apply Onlineat: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.