Health Care Aide Temporary Part Time [SW ELD4 0.80] AgeCare Sagewood

AgeCare Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career growth

Supportive culture

Meaningful work

Community connections

Job summary

AgeCare Ltd. is hiring a Personal Care Aide (PCA/HCA) in Alberta to support residents with hygiene, mobility, feeding, and daily activities. The role requires a PCA/HCA certificate and CLHA registration, with English fluency and prior continuing care experience preferred.

Role involves transfers, nursing direction for routine treatments, meal assistance, and helping residents participate in activities, with a focus on comfort and dignity in a home-like setting.

Qualifications

• One year experience in continuing care or related environment preferred.
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Completion of a recognized PCA/HCA certificate course.
• Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA).

Responsibilities

• Bath, shower, and wash residents following procedures and temperature controls.
• Assist transfers using ceiling/mechanical lifts and transfer belts.
• Feed residents during meals according to care plan.
• Provide routine treatments under supervision of staff nurse.
• Assist residents to travel around the facility and to dining areas.
• Support residents in social and therapy activities within the facility.
• Wear a transfer belt as part of daily duties.

Education

PCA/HCA 2002 certificate or equivalent education

Post-secondary education asset

English fluency (written and spoken)

Active CLHA registration (Alberta)

Job description

What You Will Do

• Bath, shower, and wash residents according to the NCP to promote resident personal comfort and well-being according to strict water temperature control procedures.
• Transfer/assist with resident transfers in and out of bed, to and from wheelchair, commode, or toilet, using appropriate Engineering Controls (Ceiling Lifts, Mechanical Lifts) and Personal Protective Equipment Controls (Transfer Belt)..
• Feed/assist with feeding residents during meals and nourishment/snack times. Refer to care plan for appropriate diet to each resident.
• Provide routine treatments (e.g. skin creams, bowel protocols) and care procedures to residents, under the direction of the Staff Nurse.
• Assist residents to travel about the facility.
• Assist residents to and from the Dining Room for meals. Moving can be assisting the resident to walk without or with mechanical aids: walkers, wheelchairs and other types of positioning chairs (i.e. Broda Chairs).
• Assist residents to and from the Beauty Parlor, physiotherapy, and recreation activities.
• Accompany residents to social and therapy functions inside our facility.
• Always wear a transfer belt.

What You Bring

• One year of experience in continuing care or related environment is preferred.

• Post-secondary education an asset.
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Completion of a recognized Personal Care Aide (PCA/HCA 2002 or greater) Certificate Course or Equivalent Education Certificate.
• Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA).

What We Offer

• Great Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.

• Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement.

• Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued.

• Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents' lives.

• Community Feel: Build strong connections with residents, their families, and your colleagues.

• Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded.

About Us

For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs.

At AgeCare, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.