Psychiatric Aide

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A health care organization in Edmonton seeks a Psychiatric Aide to provide collaborative care to patients. You will assist with their hygiene, nutrition, and safety needs while observing and reporting on their well-being. Candidates must have a high school diploma and experience in addictions or mental health. This role requires strong communication skills and a positive attitude. This position is casual with varied shifts, offering a salary range of $22.67 - $26.43. The successful candidate will transition to Recovery Alberta.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or a combination of education and experience.
• Recent experience in Addictions and Mental Health.
• Working knowledge of person-centered care principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses with patient care in hygiene, nutrition, and safety.
• Observe and report on patients' mood and health.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Sound observation skills

Strong verbal communication

Positive attitude

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Health Care Aide Certification

Job description

Your Opportunity

1 in 5 people experience mental health concerns. Join us in making a difference. The Adult Acute mental health relief team is a part of the Recovery Alberta portfolio in the Edmonton Zone, specifically at Alberta Hospital Edmonton. We provide person-centered care with all team members working within the CoACT collaborative care model. You would be reporting to the Central Services Manager while working on Adult Acute & Young Adult units onsite (10 & 12 Building). This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.

Description

As a Psychiatric Aide, you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team to meet the personal care needs and comforts of patients in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs as well as assist with organized activities or programs. In this position, you will observe and report on a patient's mood, health, well-being, maintain effective communication with patients and health professionals, assist with the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors as well as assist in the general support of the work area.

• Transition Company: Recovery Alberta
• Classification: Psychiatric Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Adult Acute & Young Adult Support Relief Pool
• Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 15-DEC-2025
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 05-JAN-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $22.67
• Maximum Salary: $26.43
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of Grade 12. A combination of education and experience satisfactory to the employer will also be considered.

Additional Required Qualifications

Recent experience in Addictions and Mental Health. Sound observation and strong verbal communication skills. Positive attitude and the ability to work effectively in an Acute Psychiatry setting. Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to adapt quickly to changes in daily schedule and patient needs. Working knowledge of person-centered care principles is important.

Preferred Qualifications

Health Care Aide Certification. Working knowledge of the CoACT model of care. Working knowledge of trauma informed care.