Health Care Aide Temporary Part Time (WH HCA PRI E7 0.33) AgeCare Walden Heights

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected senior care provider in Calgary is seeking a Health Care Aide to join their team. The role involves providing resident-focused care, observing residents for changes, and assisting with mobility and activities. Candidates must possess a Health Care Aide certificate, be fluent in English, and demonstrate strong organizational skills. This position offers a chance to serve seniors with dignity and compassion.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Health Care Aide certificate course and registered in the Health Care Aide Directory.
• Fluency 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 a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident focused care within scope of practice.
• Observe and report changes in resident status.
• Assist residents in mobility and participation in activities.
• Report unsafe activities that may cause harm.

Skills

Fluency in English

Attention to detail

Planning and organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Health Care Aide certificate course

Job description

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!