Health Care Aide Temporary Part Time [WH HCA Float E3 0.80] AgeCare Walden Heights

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization in Calgary is seeking a compassionate Health Care Aide to work collaboratively within a care team to provide essential services to residents. Key responsibilities include assisting with mobility, observing resident well-being, and ensuring a safe living environment. Ideal candidates will hold a recognized Health Care Aide certificate and demonstrate strong organizational skills as well as empathy towards seniors.

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.
• Ability to multi-task and remain flexible within a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-focused care following full scope of practice.
• Observe residents for changes in status and incorporate observations into care plans.
• Assist residents in moving about the community and participating in functions.
• Report unsafe activities that may cause harm to residents.

Skills

Fluency in English

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Empathetic attitude

Education

Health Care Aide certificate

Job description

Overview

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!