Health Support Aide - Emergency Department

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 224869 Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital Department: OPWZ EMG Emergency SSRH Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 1 Union: CUPE Healthcare Position Posting Closing Date: 13-Aug-26 About The Opportunity The Health Support Aide plays an important role within the health care team and will work in the Emergency Department waiting rooms to check on and talk to patients, bring them blankets and food, and make them more comfortable. They will also be responsible for communicating to staff when patient support arrives. Health Support Aides will also direct patients to appropriate waiting areas as directed by licensed staff. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Grade 12 Any previous related experience or related education would be an asset Knowledge of infection control procedures an asset Current BCLS Non-violent Crisis Intervention preferred Relevant first aid, first responder training i.e. St. John Ambulance course, HS lifeguard certificate, an asset Excellent interpersonal skills to deal with patients/clients, hospital staff, public and referral sources Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours Casual Relief, no guaranteed hours Shifts may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays Compensation And Benefits $20.74 - $22.65 hourly What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

The Health Support Aide provides comfort and assistance to patients in the Emergency Department waiting rooms, including providing blankets and food. They are also responsible for directing patients to appropriate areas and communicating patient support arrivals to staff.

Candidates must have a Grade 12 education and BCLS certification. Previous related experience, knowledge of infection control, and first responder training are considered assets.

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

• Patient Support
• Interpersonal Skills
• Infection Control
• BCLS
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention
• First Aid
• Patient Communication
• French Language

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Customer Service & Support

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

6 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level