Resident Assistant-Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Carman; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is seeking a Health Care Aide for Boyne Lodge Personal Care Home in Carman, Manitoba. This role requires a commitment to providing compassionate care for the elderly and working in a team-oriented environment. Applicants should have a Grade 12 education, a Health Care Aide Certificate, and possess strong communication skills. This is a permanent position with daily hours and the expectation of travel to regional facilities as necessary.

Candidates should also be knowledgeable about confidentiality regulations, physical demands of the job, and have a positive work record. Preference will be given to candidates with prior healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years experience in a health care setting.
• Experience caring for elderly or disabled clients is preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence required.

Skills

Knowledge of confidentiality/privacy requirements

Demonstrated ability to care for the older adult population

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work under specified time constraints

Basic computer skills

Respect for cultural diversity

Demonstrated problem-solving ability

Education

Grade 12 education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Certified Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Position Overview

Boyne Lodge Personal Care Home, Carman, Manitoba

Hiring Status: Permanent, FTE: 0.40, Employment arrangement: In Person, Daily hours worked: 7.75, Annual base hours: 2015, Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Experience

• One to two (1‑2) years’ experience working in a health care setting preferred.
• One to two (1‑2) years’ experience caring for elderly or disabled clients preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12 education required.
• Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program.
• Certified Food Handler Certificate or willingness to obtain.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not applicable.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of confidentiality/privacy requirements following The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) legislation.
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements following Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHIMS).
• Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program (VPP) training and processes.
• Knowledge of SCHIPP training and processes.
• Demonstrated compassionate, empathetic, and nurturing personality.
• Demonstrated ability and desire to care for the older adult population.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate to residents, families, and staff in a friendly and professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
• Demonstrated ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as needed.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Demonstrated ability to interact well with others.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in stressful environments that may include aggressive or reactive individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to problem‑solve within the responsibilities of the position.
• Demonstrated ability to work under specified time constraints and in accordance with routines, while observing policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting to a changing environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of basic computer skills including email (Outlook), and ability to adapt easily to online training programs.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s licence, an all‑purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as duties may require.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Southern Health‑Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

Completes and maintains a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Please include three work‑related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health‑Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French‑speaking communities within Southern Health‑Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.

Please be advised that union‑represented positions may be subjected to internal grievance. If a selection grievance is filed, information will be provided to the griep‑s representative while personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.