Home Care Attendant

Prairie Mountain Health; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Mountain Health is seeking a Home Care Attendant to provide direct client care and environmental support in the home. The role emphasizes helping clients maintain independence and safety within established policies and procedures.

You will support daily living activities, communicate with the care team, and use electronic systems for documentation. A Health Care Aide certificate and a valid Manitoba driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized Health Care Aide program.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, or equivalent, and access to a personal vehicle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) and IT applications.
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse population.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct client care and environmental support within standards of care in the home.
• Support clients’ independence in activities of daily living as assessed by the Case Coordinator.
• Utilize electronic programs and handle communications (mail, email, telephone).
• Assist with meal preparation and adhere to safety and sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Independence

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Department / Unit: Home Care

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: To Be Determined - Oct 14 2027

Reason for Term: Maternity Leave

Union : MGEU

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days; Evenings

Daily Hours Worked: 8 hour

Salary: As per collective agreement

The said term position is a result of a \"MATERNITY/PARENTAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE\" which may expire sooner than the date indicated , subject to a minimum two (2) weeks notice or one (1) pay period, whichever is longer .

Position Summary

The Home Care Attendant provides direct client care and environmental support within established standards of care, policies and procedures. The Home Care Attendant functions to meet the needs of clients, assisting them in maintaining optimum health and independence for as long as safely possible in their home environment.

Qualifications

• Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized Health Care Aide program
• Other combinations of suitable education and experience may be considered
• Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, or equivalent from province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision‑making skills
• Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures in a changing environment
• Demonstrated knowledge and competence of skills and concepts related to the position
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co‑workers, clients and within interdisciplinary team

Overview

• Demonstrates respect for client independence, dignity, privacy, and lifestyle at all times.
• Supports clients’ independence in activities of daily living, as assessed by the Case Coordinator.
• Demonstrates knowledge of standards for safety and sanitation including guidelines for hand washing. Reports concerns of knowledge and/or skill deficits to the Supervisor.
• With additional education and in accordance with PPG-00819, Assignment of Medication and Treatment Tasks to Home Care Attendants, may be assigned additional tasks as required.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively utilize electronic programs.
• Performs all communication functions (mail, email, photocopying, faxing, telephone) as required in accordance with Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Privacy Act.
• Assists with meal preparation in accordance with the “Canada Food Guide” or the client specific diet.

Applicants already employed with Prairie Mountain Health may be considered for this position before other applicants.

This position is subject to a Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any services charges incurred.

PMH has an Indigenous Human Resource Initiative and is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter and/or within their application form.

We thank all applicants that apply but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.