Part Time Health Care Aide- Days

Revera Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Edmonton is seeking a Part-time Health Care Aide to provide compassionate personal care to residents at Riverbend Retirement.

Reporting to Health & Wellness Manager, you'll assist with daily living activities, observe changes in residents' condition, and document care using company forms.

Qualifications include completion of Health Care Aide program, experience with seniors, strong communication, current CPR/First Aid, and a current Vulnerable Sector Check.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Health Care Aide program or provincial equivalent with practicum hours.
• Experience working with seniors in community or care settings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to provide personal care and support to residents.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to plan of care under supervisor guidance.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Observe and report changes in residents' condition to supervisor.
• Provide nutritionally balanced meals and assist with feeding as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and a respectful, safe environment for residents.
• Engage with residents to support cognitive, social, emotional well-being.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Customer focus

Education

Health Care Aide program

Job description

## Part Time Health Care Aide- DaysApply: Riverbend Retirement - 103 Rabbit Hill Ct NW, Edmonton, AB T6R 2V3: Part time: Posted Today: R17629Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.**Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence**We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!Reporting to the Health & Wellness Manager or Director of Care, the Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and company standards, policies and procedures. **Key Responsibilities*** To adhere to the plan of care as determined by the supervisor;* To facilitate residents' move in and transfers where applicable;* To observe and report on resident care/service utilizing appropriate company forms or tools;* To assist the resident with personal care and hygiene and activities of daily living;* To observe and report on changes in resident's condition to supervisor;* To escalate medical emergencies to supervisor or emergency medical services as appropriate;* To plan and prepare nutritious meals as required;* To assist with ambulation, mobilization, transferring and adaptive aids;* To demonstrate understanding of resident needs and maximize abilities;* To provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support to the resident/family;* To maintain resident information confidentiality;* To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken within decision making authority and or concern communicated to supervisor;* To assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment, including residents' equipment, belongings, and nursing equipment;* To observe & report to the supervisor any concerns regarding residents' safety, including physical environment, implement interventions as directed by his/her supervisor & advocate on resident's behalf to ensure their safety is maintained;* To engage with other agencies involved in resident care as directed;* To attend in services to develop knowledge and skills;* To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);* To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;* To complete other duties as assigned.**Qualifications*** Graduate of Health Care Aide program (or provincial equivalent certificate program with minimum 500 hours in Ontario & Alberta of theory & practicum)* Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting* Must possess strong written and oral communication skills* Demonstrated organizational and time management skills* Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills* Must have demonstrated sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care duties* Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended* Ability to perform tasks that are necessary for the position, e.g. lifting/transferring clients.* Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.*Cogir* *is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.*