Resident-Centered Health Care Aide — Dignity & Comfort

Thehamletsatduncan; Calgary; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation and annual training

CPR/First Aid certification provided

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Optima Living in Alberta is seeking a Health Care Aide to support residents with daily living activities, meals, mobility, and personal care under nursing supervision. The role emphasizes person-centered care, dignity, and community, with mandatory provincial health requirements and CPR/First Aid.

Ongoing orientation and safe practice are expected, with a collaborative interdisciplinary team environment. Key duties include aiding residents with daily living tasks, assisting with dining, and

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Health Care Aide program.
• Current registration with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA).
• Medication Administration course completed upon hire and recertification maintained annually.
• CPR and First Aid certification is required.
• Food Safe certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility support.
• Support move-ins/move-outs and end-of-life care with dignity.
• Document observations and interventions, report changes to care leadership.
• Respond promptly to call bells and resident requests.
• Maintain infection control policies and regular audits, and ensure confidentiality.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Health Care Aide program

CLHA registration

Medication Administration course

CPR and First Aid certification

Food Safe certification (asset)

Job description

Optima Living in Alberta is seeking a Health Care Aide to support residents with daily living activities, meals, mobility, and personal care under nursing supervision. The role emphasizes person-centered care, dignity, and community, with mandatory provincial health requirements and CPR/First Aid.

Ongoing orientation and safe practice are expected, with a collaborative interdisciplinary team environment. Key duties include aiding residents with daily living tasks, assisting with dining, and