Health Care Aide - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Emerson; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide essential support to residents in a health care setting. The ideal candidate has a Health Care Aide Certificate and relevant experience, particularly with elderly clients. This temporary position involves working in person assisting with daily living activities and ensuring compliance with established care standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Maintain competency through education and certifications.
• Prioritize workload and use independent judgment.

Skills

Confidentiality/privacy requirements (PHIA, FIPPA)

Workplace safety (WHMIS)

Ability to organize and prioritize workload

Teamwork and communication skills

Proficiency in English

Respect for cultural diversity

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Minimum Grade 12

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID: 382684
Position Number: 135-71230-N253-01
Posting End Date: Open Until Filled
Employer: Southern Health-Santé Sud
Site: Emerson Health Centre
Union: CUPE

Position Details

Department/Unit: Nursing/Long Term Care
Work Location: Emerson Health Centre
City: Emerson
Hiring Status: Temporary
FTE: 1.0
Employment arrangement: In Person
Daily hours worked: 7.75
Anticipated shift: Days; Evenings; Weekends
Annual base hours: 2015
Anticipated Start Date – End Date: As mutually agreed upon – 01/13/2026

Position Overview

Under the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders, the Health Care Aide (HCA) provides support and assistance to residents/patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as identified in the care plan. The HCA works to full scope of practice and engages in education and certifications to maintain competency. Person-centered care is provided according to established standards of practice, including but not limited to, Accreditation Canada Standards, Personal Care Home Standards, and legislative requirements.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance with ADLs for residents/patients as identified in the care plan.
• Work to full scope of practice and pursue education/certifications to maintain competency.
• Adhere to established standards of practice and legislative requirements.
• Prioritize workload and use independent judgment to determine actions on unusual matters.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: One to two (1-2) years in a health care setting preferred; experience with elderly or disabled clients preferred.
• Education: Minimum Grade 12; Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program; other combinations may be considered.
• Certification/Licensure/Registration: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute Care).

Skills and Competencies

• Confidentiality/privacy requirements (PHIA, FIPPA).
• Workplace safety (WHMIS); Violence Prevention Program (VPP); SCHIPP training.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload; teamwork and communication skills.
• Proficiency in English; ability to interact well with others; ability to work in stressful environments.
• Respect for cultural diversity; bilingual skills for designated positions as required.
• Respect for confidentiality in all formats; good attendance.
• Some program areas may require a valid Class 5 driver’s license and vehicle liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work evenings, nights and weekends.
• Travel to other regional facilities may be required.

Additional Information

This term position may end earlier as outlined in the collective agreement.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to self-identify as Indigenous in their cover letter/application in support of SHSS’s commitment to representation of Indigenous people.

Background Checks and Immunizations

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. All Health Care Workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with Southern Health-Santé Sud policy.

References and Language Policy

Please include three work-related references from non-relatives with direct knowledge of your work performance. We are committed to offering services in English and French in designated areas; if no candidates satisfy bilingual qualifications, other qualified candidates may be considered.

Union Information

Job competitions for union-represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. If a grievance is filed, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor’s representative with redaction of irrelevant personal information.