Health Care Aide Regular Part Time [SP HCA WH D3 0.51] AgeCare Skypointe

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AgeCare is seeking a dedicated Health Care Aide to join their compassionate care team in Calgary. In this role, you will provide essential support to residents, ensuring their safety and well-being. The ideal candidate will possess a Health Care Aide certificate and demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and empathetic care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Health Care Aide certificate course.
• Registered in the Health Care Aide Directory.
• Fluent in English, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-focused care and apply knowledge and skills.
• Observe residents for status changes and report observations.
• Assist residents in moving about and participating in functions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Health Care Aide certificate course

Job description

The Opportunity:

As a Health Care Aide, you will work as a member of the care team, collaborating on the delivery of resident care. The Health Care Aide, under the supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse, applies their knowledge and skills in order to provide a wide variety of safe and thorough basic care and services to residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work to your full scope of practise and provide resident focused care
• Observe resident for any changes in status, and share any observations for incorporation into care plans
• Assist and accompany residents in moving about the community with walking as well as participate in functions
• Report any unsafe activities that may cause harm or injure a resident

Qualifications:

• Completion of a recognized Health Care Aide certificate course and registered in the Health Care Aide Directory
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing
• Exceptional attention to detail and documentation
• Strong planning, follow up, time management & organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and remain flexible within demanding environment
• Demonstrates AgeCare values and an empathetic attitude and approach in working with others

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!