Health Care Aide - STV

Covenant Health Canada; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Therese Villa, part of Covenant Health Canada, is hiring a Health Care Aide to provide direct personal care in a 0.78 FTE role within Daily Assisted Living East.

You will support residents with activities of daily living, monitor health changes, and collaborate with the nursing team to implement care plans with compassion and professionalism. The role requires registration with the Alberta College of LPNs and HCAs (CLHA) and at least 6 months of long-term care experience.

Qualifications

• Must have valid registration/permit from Alberta CLHA before starting.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in a long-term care or similar setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with residents and families.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy, patience and professionalism in all interactions.
• Commitment to Covenant Health Canada's values in daily practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and monitoring changes in health status.
• Collaborate with nursing team to implement care plans.
• Promote comfort, dignity, and safety for residents and engage families as needed.
• Document observations and report changes promptly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

CLHA registration/permit

Experience in long-term care

Tools

Connect Care

Job description

Your Opportunity

St. Therese Villa is a compassionate community dedicated to providing individualized care for residents requiring level 4 supportive living and specialized dementia care. Our holistic services include recreation therapy and spiritual care, all designed to enhance quality of life and support overall well-being. We take pride in our person-centered approach, ensuring each resident’s unique needs are met—including the distinctive option for couples to continue living together, even when different levels of care are required. Please note: Classifications Under Review.

Description

The Health Care Aide (HCA) is a regulated health professional who provides direct personal care and health support services to clients across the lifespan, in accordance with their scope of practice, regulatory standards, and government legislation. Functional supervision is provided by a member of the nursing team and may occur directly or indirectly in accordance with client needs, care context, and regulatory standards. Working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team the HCA provides care in alignment with documented care plans and assigned or delegated tasks, delivering assistance with activities of daily living, monitoring and reporting changes in health status, and supporting the physical, emotional, psychosocial and behavioural well-being of clients. HCAs attend to clients’ comfort, engagement, and safety by recognizing changes in behaviour, responsiveness, participation, or signs of distress, and by promptly sharing observations with the appropriate team member. They play a vital role in promoting comfort, dignity, and continuity of care, and demonstrate flexibility in responding to the needs of clients and the care team. HCAs actively engage in continuous improvement through feedback, self-reflection, and learning opportunities. The role requires initiative, openness to growth, and a strong commitment to professionalism, responsibility, and accountability. This includes intentionally living Covenant’s values in day-to-day practice and reflecting them in decision-making, client interactions, teamwork, and the overall approach to care.

Classification and Employment Details

• Classification: Health Care Aide 1800.90
• Union: COV AUPE (St. Therese Villa)
• Unit and Program: Daily Assisted Living East
• Primary Location: St. Therese Villa
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.78
• Posting End Date: 05-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 15-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.50
• Length of Shift in weeks: 5
• Shifts per cycle: 18
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.42
• Maximum Salary: $29.57
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Must be registered with and hold a valid practice permit from College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) prior to commencing employment.

Additional Required Qualifications

Minimum of 6 months of experience in a long-term care or similar healthcare setting. Basic understanding of long-term care principles, including support for chronic conditions and daily living activities. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents and their families. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a collaborative approach to working with a healthcare team. Ability to demonstrate empathy, patience, and professionalism in all interactions.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional training or certification in Geriatric Care or Long-Term Care (e.g., Certified Palliative Health Care Aide). Certification or training in crisis management techniques, such as Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI). Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems, such as Connect Care. Knowledge of Alberta’s best practices and regulations related to long-term care.