Trauma-Informed Health Care Aide — Complex Care (PT)

Carewest Innovative Healthcare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Carewest Innovative Healthcare seeks a Health Care Aide (HCA) at the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre in Calgary. This temporary part-time role supports trauma-informed care, monitors client status, reports changes to the RN/LPN, and delivers prescribed medications as per policy.

Ideal candidates will have Alberta HCA program training, English communication skills, current CLHA registration, and experience with mental health, neuro conditions, and younger adults with chronic illnesses.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required, plus graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English is required.
• Must be physically capable of managing the frequent lifting, transferring and repositioning of clients.
• Active and current registration with CLHA required.
• Related experience in a health care facility is an asset.
• Program specific training/experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• This position delivers prescribed medications accurately as per policy and procedure.
• Observes, monitors and reports on client status/condition to RN and/or LPN.
• Supports younger adults with chronic diseases and disabilities with trauma-informed care.
• Responsible for other related duties as required.

Skills

English communication

Physical ability

Trauma-informed care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Health Care Aide program

Job description

Carewest Innovative Healthcare seeks a Health Care Aide (HCA) at the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre in Calgary. This temporary part-time role supports trauma-informed care, monitors client status, reports changes to the RN/LPN, and delivers prescribed medications as per policy.

Ideal candidates will have Alberta HCA program training, English communication skills, current CLHA registration, and experience with mental health, neuro conditions, and younger adults with chronic illnesses.