Health Care Aide- (Casual)

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. 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.

The Health Care Aide provides essential personal care and hygiene assistance to residents while adhering to established care plans and regulatory standards. They are responsible for monitoring resident conditions, reporting changes to supervisors, and providing emotional and psychological support.

Candidates must be graduates of a Health Care Aide program with a minimum of 500 hours of theory and practicum. Required qualifications include a current Vulnerable Sector Check and recommended certifications in First Aid and Basic Cardiac Life Support.

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• Personal Care
• Hygiene Assistance
• Patient Monitoring
• Activities Of Daily Living
• Mobility Assistance
• Crisis Escalation
• Nutritional Meal Preparation
• Cognitive Support
• Emotional Support
• Confidentiality
• Time Management
• Interpersonal Communication
• Customer Focus
• First Aid
• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Patient Advocacy

• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Social Services

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

25 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Not Applicable