Health Care Aide
- Blairmore, 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: Auxiliary Long Term Care Nursing Primary Location: Crowsnest Pass Health Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.57 Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 05-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 6 Shifts per cycle: 17 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends 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:
Graduate of an approved health care aide certification program and active registration with CLHA. Ability to work with residents experiencing chronic health issues and/or living with dementia. Ability to assist with ADLs, transfers, use of equipment such as lifts, walkers, wheelchairs.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certification in dementia-informed care, non-violent crisis intervention.
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: Auxiliary Long Term Care Nursing Primary Location: Crowsnest Pass Health Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.57 Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 05-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 6 Shifts per cycle: 17 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends 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:
Graduate of an approved health care aide certification program and active registration with CLHA. Ability to work with residents experiencing chronic health issues and/or living with dementia. Ability to assist with ADLs, transfers, use of equipment such as lifts, walkers, wheelchairs.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certification in dementia-informed care, non-violent crisis intervention.
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Responsibilities
Provide personal assistance and support with daily living needs, including hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety, in accordance with care plans. Work with patients, families, caregivers, nurses, and other health professionals; support activities, observe and report changes in wellbeing, and help maintain a safe care environment.
Requirements
Applicants must graduate from an approved Health Care Aide certification program and hold active registration with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta. They must be able to support residents with chronic health issues or dementia and assist with daily living activities, transfers, and mobility equipment; dementia-informed care or non-violent crisis intervention certification is preferred.
Skills
- Activities Of Daily Living Assistance
- Personal Care
- Patient Hygiene
- Nutrition Support
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Transfers
- Lift And Mobility Equipment Use
- Dementia Care
- Patient Safety
- Observation And Reporting
- Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Recreation And Activity Support
- Crisis Intervention
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Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Health Care Aide
- College Of LPNs And HCAs Of Alberta
- Activities Of Daily Living
- Personal Assistance
- Patient Care Plan
- Long-Term Care
- Assisted Living
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Chronic Health Issues
- Dementia Care
- Hygiene
- Nutrition
- Mobility
- Patient Transfers
- Lifts
- Walkers
- Wheelchairs
- Patient Safety
- Observation And Reporting
- Caregiver Communication
- Recreation Activities
- Dementia-Informed Care
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention