Health Care Aide- (Casual)

AB, Canada
Edmonton, AB, Canada

Part-time

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Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Nov 6, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 7, 2026

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Description

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Reporting to the Health & Wellness Manager or Director of Care, the Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and company standards, policies and procedures.

Part time, straight evenings supporting homecare

Hours of work 1600-2200

Key Responsibilities

To adhere to the plan of care as determined by the supervisor;
To facilitate residents' move in and transfers where applicable;
To observe and report on resident care/service utilizing appropriate company forms or tools;
To assist the resident with personal care and hygiene and activities of daily living;
To observe and report on changes in resident's condition to supervisor;
To escalate medical emergencies to supervisor or emergency medical services as appropriate;
To plan and prepare nutritious meals as required;
To assist with ambulation, mobilization, transferring and adaptive aids;
To demonstrate understanding of resident needs and maximize abilities;
To provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support to the resident/family;
To maintain resident information confidentiality;
To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken within decision making authority and or concern communicated to supervisor;
To assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment, including residents' equipment, belongings, and nursing equipment;
To observe & report to the supervisor any concerns regarding residents' safety, including physical environment, implement interventions as directed by his/her supervisor & advocate on resident's behalf to ensure their safety is maintained;
To engage with other agencies involved in resident care as directed;
To attend in services to develop knowledge and skills;
To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;
To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduate of Health Care Aide program (or provincial equivalent certificate program with minimum 500 hours in Ontario & Alberta of theory & practicum)
Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting
Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
Must have demonstrated sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care duties
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended
Ability to perform tasks that are necessary for the position, e.g. lifting/transferring clients.
Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.

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Responsibilities

Provide personal care and assistance with hygiene, daily activities, meals, mobility, and transfers according to residents’ care plans. Monitor and report changes or safety concerns, support residents and families, maintain confidentiality, and help ensure a safe environment.

Requirements

A Health Care Aide program graduate or equivalent certificate with at least 500 hours of theory and practicum is required, along with experience working with seniors in a community health services setting. Applicants should have strong communication, organizational, time-management, interpersonal, and personal-care skills, be able to lift or transfer clients, and provide or obtain a current Vulnerable Sector Check; First Aid and Basic Cardiac Life Support certification are recommended.

Skills

Personal Care
Activities Of Daily Living
Resident Support
Observation And Reporting
Communication
Organization
Time Management
Interpersonal Skills
Meal Preparation
Mobility Assistance
Safe Transfers
Confidentiality
Emergency Response
First Aid
Basic Cardiac Life Support

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Keywords

Health Care Aide
Senior Living
Community Health Services
Personal Care
Activities Of Daily Living
Care Plans
Resident Transfers
Mobility Assistance
Adaptive Aids
Meal Preparation
Resident Safety
Confidentiality
Cognitive Support
Emotional Support
Family Support
Emergency Response
Vulnerable Sector Check
Criminal Background Check
First Aid
Basic Cardiac Life Support

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