Health Care Aide (2026-0834)

Résumé du poste

The Health Care Aide provides ongoing client care by monitoring physical and emotional status and reporting changes to nursing staff. They are also responsible for the accurate delivery of prescribed medications and assisting with daily living needs.

Détails du poste

Position Details Position Status: Temporary Part Time Term Ends February 01, 2027 Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, EQuaL 1W BW Hours: 57.35 FTE: 0.74 Shift: Days/Evenings Shift Times: 0700-1515/1500-2315 Union: AUPE Aux Nursing Rate of Pay: $20.77 - $26.02 PCN: FAN1WNA23 Date Competition closes: September 03, 2026 Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Director of Care, the Health Care Aide (HCA) is a regulated member of the interprofessional health care team who provides ongoing client care. The HCA observes, monitors and reports on client status/condition including changes in physical and emotional status. The HCA ensures that changes in client status are reported to the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This position delivers prescribed medications accurately as per policy and procedure. This role requires a strong foundation in trauma-informed care and experience working with individuals with mental health diagnoses, responsive behaviors, and neurological conditions such as brain injury, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis (MS). The HCA must also be adept at supporting the unique needs of a younger adult population living with chronic diseases and disabilities, often presenting with multifaceted and evolving care requirements. In keeping with Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care and Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. Responsible for other related duties as required. Program Summary: EQuaL (Enabling Quality of Life) – for adults aged 18 to 64 who have disabilities related to a disease or condition, such as multiple sclerosis or a brain injury, currently requiring the full-time support of a continuing care centre. Qualifications and Experience: - 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. Experience and/or training in the following areas is strongly preferred: - Trauma-informed care. - Mental health diagnoses and treatment. - Responsive behaviors and behavioral management. - Neurological conditions including brain injury, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis (MS). - Complex care needs of younger adults living with chronic disease and disabilities. \n \n

Ce que vous ferez

The Health Care Aide provides ongoing client care by monitoring physical and emotional status and reporting changes to nursing staff. They are also responsible for the accurate delivery of prescribed medications and assisting with daily living needs.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a High School Diploma and graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program. Active registration with CLHA and physical capability to perform frequent lifting and transferring are mandatory.

Compétences indiquées

• Mental Health Support · Souhaitée
• Documentation · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Interprofessional Collaboration · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Client care
• Trauma-informed care
• Mental health support
• Behavioral management
• Neurological condition support
• Medication delivery
• Monitoring client status
• Lifting and transferring
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Communication
• Documentation
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Chronic Diseases
• Trauma Informed Approaches
• Neurotrauma
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Mental Health
• Management
• Continuing Care
• Disabilities
• English Language
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Neurology
• Nursing
• Spinal Cord Injuries

Domaines d’emploi

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Health Care Aide
• Home Health Aide
• Home-based Personal Care Workers
• Home Health Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides