Home Care Attendant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Oakbank; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority’s Oakbank Community Health Office seeks a Home Care Attendant to provide client-centered personal and supportive care under the Home Care program.

Under the supervision of the Home Care Resource Coordinator, you will help clients remain independent and safe at home, collaborating with a multidisciplinary health team and adhering to care plans and program standards.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Health Care Aide Course from an accredited college.
• Other combinations of education/experience may be considered at a commensurate classification/salary.
• Previous experience working with elderly or infirm is preferred.
• Ability to provide safe, effective, personal care with respect for privacy and dignity.
• Effective verbal and written communication with clients, families, and coworkers.
• Strong critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a health care team.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Candidates must be available to work a variety of shifts.
• Access to an answering machine and/or call display.
• Physical and mental ability to meet job demands.
• Satisfactory employment record.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and supportive care following the care plan and program standards.
• Work with the multidisciplinary team to support home-based care.
• Ensure client safety and independence at home where possible.

Education

Certificate in Health Care Aide Course

Job description

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Employer: Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority

Site: Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority - Oakbank Community Health Office

Department / Unit: Home Care

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: MGEU

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 10/22/2026 - 09/22/2027

FTE: 0.60

Anticipated Shift: Days

Salary: As per collective agreement

Subject to a minimum notice of 2 weeks or 1 pay period, whichever is longer

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority delivers health-care services on First Nation Treaty Territories 1, 2, 3 and 5 and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.We respect that First Nations treaties were made on these territories, acknowledge harms and mistakes, and we dedicate ourselves to collaborate in partnership with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in the spirit of reconciliation.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Home Care Resource Coordinator, the Home Care Attendant functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team. The Home Care Attendant provides personal and supportive care following the care plan, policies and program standards meeting identified needs to enable the clients to remain independent and safe in their homes for as long as possible. In collaboration with other heath team members, the Home Care Attendant promotes integrated holistic health care services that are responsive to the needs of the residents of the Interlake-Eastern region. The position of Home Care Attendant functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the Mission, Vision and Values of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.

Qualifications:

• Certificate in Health Care Aide Course from an accredited college.
• Other combinations of education/experience may be considered at a commensurate classification/salary.
• Previous experience working with elderly or infirm is preferred.
• Ability to provide safe, effective, personal care in a manner that considers each individual’s need for comfort, privacy, and respect.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and coworkers; both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a health care team.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes.
• Candidates must be available to work a variety of shifts.
• Access to an answering machine and /or call display.
• Mental and physical ability to meet the demands of the job.
• Satisfactory employment record.

Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of department, site, program and or classification.

As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people at all levels within our workforce. We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process.

Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authorityvalues and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.