Senior Living Health Care Aide – Evenings (Every Other Weekend)

Cogir Real Estate, LP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Calgary is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide personal care under supervision, following the plan of care, and supporting residents' daily living needs in a compassionate, regulated environment.

This role requires completion of a Health Care Aide program with 500 hours practicum (Ontario/Alberta), experience with seniors, strong communication, organization, and a willingness to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check. Shifts are 3–10pm, every other weekend.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Health Care Aide program (or provincial equivalent with minimum 500 hours in Ontario & Alberta of theory & practicum).
• Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; demonstrated organizational and time management abilities; strong interpersonal skills.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the plan of care as determined by the supervisor.
• Facilitate residents’ move in and transfers where applicable.
• Observe and report on resident care/service using appropriate forms or tools.
• Assist residents with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Observe and report changes in resident’s condition to supervisor.
• Elevate medical emergencies to supervisor or EMS as appropriate.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals as required.
• Assist with ambulation, mobilization and transfers as needed.
• Provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support to residents and families.
• Maintain resident information confidentiality.
• Respond to resident/family concerns and take action as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer focus

Personal care skills

Education

Health Care Aide program graduate

Job description

Cogir Senior Living in Calgary is seeking a Health Care Aide to provide personal care under supervision, following the plan of care, and supporting residents' daily living needs in a compassionate, regulated environment.

This role requires completion of a Health Care Aide program with 500 hours practicum (Ontario/Alberta), experience with seniors, strong communication, organization, and a willingness to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check. Shifts are 3–10pm, every other weekend.