Care Aide Learner

Your Opportunity: Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of people in your community? The Care Aide Learner role is a great way to start a healthcare career while staying close to home. You will earn while you learn, with paid work, hands-on training, financial support and mentorship. You will gain the education and experience needed to become a Health Care Aide, without having to put your life on hold while you train. As a Care Aide Learner, you will work alongside experienced healthcare professionals and support people with their everyday care and activities. You will build practical skills, confidence and relationships while getting to know the people you are helping. Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of local residents and families. You do not need healthcare experience to apply. This opportunity is open to people from all backgrounds who are ready to learn and want to help others. Whether you are looking for your first job, thinking about a career change, returning to the workforce or looking for a career you can build close to home, we want to hear from you. Build your skills. Earn while you learn. Make a difference in your community. Start your healthcare career close to home. St. Joseph’s Auxiliary Hospital is a dedicated care center in south Edmonton specializing in complex medical issues. We provide compassionate, round-the-clock nursing care that addresses the holistic needs of each individual. Our services include programs like our community day program, designed to enhance the lives of our residents. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care in a supportive environment. Please note: Number of hours per shift and shifts per cycle is for information purposes only. 4 positions available. Description: The Care Aide Learner (CAL) is an employed learner enrolled in, or conditionally accepted to, a recognized Health Care Aide education program and working toward eligibility for regulated Health Care Aide practice. The role is intentionally developmental and time limited, emphasizing safe practice, escalation, and continuous learning rather than independent clinical judgment. Through supervised practice, feedback, and formal education, CALs build the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviours required to transition to full scope Health Care Aide practice. Supervision is adjusted according to care setting, client1 needs, task complexity, and the learner¿s demonstrated competence. CALs may perform only those tasks within their knowledge, competencies, and role limitations and are responsible for clearly communicating these boundaries to mentors, buddies, and others assigning tasks. They are also expected to intentionally live Covenant¿s Values in day to day practice, reflected in their decision making, interactions, teamwork, and overall approach to care. Care Aide Learners provide direct personal care and support services under the direction and supervision of regulated health professionals, within an authorized learner scope aligned with care plans, organizational policies, and defined learning objectives. They contribute to care delivery by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), supporting mobility and meal routines, and promoting client comfort, dignity, and safety. CALs apply foundational skills in observation, monitoring, documentation, and reporting, promptly communicating changes in client condition or concerns to supervising staff. This position is covered by the Terms and Conditions of the AUPE Auxiliary Collective Agreement. Classification: Care Aide Learner Union: COV AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Blue Jay Gardens SJAH Primary Location: St. Joseph's Auxiliary Hosp Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.40 Posting End Date: 08-SEP-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 28-SEP-2026 Temporary End Date: 28-SEP-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 24 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $22.04 Maximum Salary: $22.04 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Must meet the requirements to enroll in an approved HCA program at a recognized post-secondary school. Additional Required Qualifications: Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Must have completed a minimum of Grade 11, transcripts required. In addition, they must meet the admission requirements for the Health Care Aide Apprentice Program at Norquest College. For English Language Arts, this requirement can be satisfied with a minimum grade of 60% in English Language Arts 20-2, 55% in English Language Arts 30-2, or successful completion of the Accuplacer exam, or an equivalent. If English is a second language, applicants must provide proof of English language proficiency. Test results must be no more than two years old at the start of the program. Acceptable scores include an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no section below 5.5, a TOEFL iBT score of 71, a Duolingo score of at least 95, or a CLBA/CLBPA score with no section below 7. Applicants must also be physically capable of supporting all aspects of patient or resident care and transport, including walking, standing, bending, and lifting, and must be able to understand both written and verbal directions in English. Preferred Qualifications: This is a training opportunity for individuals who are not already certified or eligible to be certified as Health Care Aides. Applicants must NOT already have HCA certification, related education, or experience in the role. Resumes and cover letters must clearly demonstrate how applicants meet the requirements for this role.

Provide direct personal care and support for activities of daily living under the supervision of regulated health professionals. Monitor and document client conditions while promoting comfort, dignity, and safety for residents.

Must have completed at least Grade 11 and meet admission requirements for the Health Care Aide Apprentice Program at Norquest College. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada and physically capable of performing patient care tasks.

• Paid Work • Hands-on Training • Financial Support • Mentorship

• DocumentationSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée
• ReportingSouhaitée
• Personal CareSouhaitée

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

• Personal Care
• Activities Of Daily Living
• Patient Monitoring
• Documentation
• Reporting
• Patient Transport
• Communication
• Observation
• Mobility Support
• Meal Routine Support

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

27 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Internship