Health Care Aide
- Westlock, AB, Canada
Part-time
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Description:
As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement.
Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta Classification: Health Care Aide Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Residential Care Primary Location: Smithfield Lodge Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.50 Posting End Date: 15-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 26-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 31-MAY-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $26.43 Maximum Salary: $29.58 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Health Care Aide certification (or Alberta equivalent) is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
As required.
Description:
As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement.
Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta Classification: Health Care Aide Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Residential Care Primary Location: Smithfield Lodge Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.50 Posting End Date: 15-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 26-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 31-MAY-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $26.43 Maximum Salary: $29.58 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Health Care Aide certification (or Alberta equivalent) is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
As required.
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Responsibilities
Provide personal assistance and support with daily living activities, including hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety, in accordance with care plans and facility procedures. Work with patients, families, caregivers, nurses, and other health professionals; support organized activities, observe and report changes in patient wellbeing, and help maintain a safe care environment.
Requirements
Applicants must hold Health Care Aide certification or an Alberta equivalent and be active or eligible for registration or a practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta. Proof of education or completion of a Health Care Aide Certificate is required within 18 months of hire.
Skills
- Activities Of Daily Living Support
- Personal Care
- Patient Hygiene
- Nutrition Support
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Safety
- Observation And Reporting
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Routine Care
- Recreation Support
- Care Plan Implementation
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Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Health Care Aide
- Alberta Equivalent
- College Of LPNs And HCAs Of Alberta
- Practice Permit
- Residential Care
- Assisted Living
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Activities Of Daily Living
- Patient Care Plan
- Personal Assistance
- Hygiene
- Nutrition
- Mobility
- Recreation
- Patient Safety
- Routine Care
- Organized Activities
- Patient Observation
- Health And Wellbeing Reporting
- Regulated Health Professional
- Caregiver Communication
- Facility Policies And Procedures