Health Care Aide - SMHC

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A key healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide direct patient care in a mental health facility. The role involves supporting patients with activities of daily living and working as part of a healthcare team. Ideal candidates will have completed a Health Care Aide course and possess strong communication skills. Experience in mental health is preferred. This is a term position requiring shift work.

Qualifications

• Experience providing care in a mental health setting preferred.
• Ability to perform independently and as a healthcare team member.
• Knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions, and values is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients and support their independence.
• Assist with daily living activities under supervision.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Knowledge of PHIA, WHMIS, and safety regulations

Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations

Ability to prioritize care

Education

Successful completion of recognized Health Care Aide course

Minimum Grade 10

Job description

Overview

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Manager Health Services, the Health Care Aide (HCA) provides direct care to patients within the Selkirk Mental Health Centre (SMHC); assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), supporting independence and patient goal acquisition. The HCA demonstrates commitment to the mission, vision and values of SMHC while adhering to standards of care, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients, assist with activities of daily living, and support patient independence and goal attainment under supervision.

Experience

• Experience providing care to individuals in a mental health setting, or with physical and cognitive impairments is preferred

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Minimum Grade 10
• Successful completion of recognized Health Care Aide course required

Qualifications And Skills

• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates effective command of the English language
• Knowledge of PHIA, WHMIS, Principles of Routine Practices and other relevant Workplace Safety and Health requirements
• Knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions and values is preferred
• Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group of patients
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands
• Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities

Physical Requirements

• Moderate to heavy physical effort required. Involves standing, transferring, and transporting patients/residents and equipment
• Requires shift work and will include evening, night or weekend shifts, or extended working hours as required
• May encounter aggressive and/or agitated individuals

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

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

Requirements and Compliance

• This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
• Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.