Psychiatric Aide

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

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Aide to join their multi-disciplinary team. This role focuses on providing essential personal care and support to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety in accordance with established care plans. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to observe and report on patients' health, assist with daily activities, and contribute to a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent education.
• Experience in patient care or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses in providing routine care and support to patients.
• Observe and report on patients' well-being and mood.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Observation Skills

Education

Grade 12 Completion

Job description

Your Opportunity:

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.

Position Details:

• Classification: Psychiatric Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: S1 Addictions and Mental Health Support Relief
• Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 07-APR-2025
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 05-MAY-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 10
• Shifts per cycle: 50
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• 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:

As Required.

Preferred Qualifications:

As Required.