Home Care Attendant

Qualifications Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized Health Care Aide program Other combinations of suitable education and experience may be considered Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, or equivalent from province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures in a changing environment Demonstrated knowledge and competence of skills and concepts related to the position Demonstrated communication skills Ability to respect and promote confidentiality Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, clients and within interdisciplinary team Position Summary The Home Care Attendant provides direct client care and environmental support within established standards of care, policies and procedures. The Home Care Attendant functions to meet the needs of clients, assisting them in maintaining optimum health and independence for as long as safely possible in their home environment. Responsibilities Overview: Demonstrates respect for client independence, dignity, privacy, and lifestyle at all times. Supports clients’ independence in activities of daily living, as assessed by the Case Coordinator. Demonstrates knowledge of standards for safety and sanitation including guidelines for hand washing. Reports concerns of knowledge and/or skill deficits to the Supervisor. With additional education and in accordance with PPG-00819, Assignment of Medication and Treatment Tasks to Home Care Attendants, may be assigned additional tasks as required. Demonstrates ability to effectively utilize electronic programs. Performs all communication functions (mail, email, photocopying, faxing, telephone) as required in accordance with Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Privacy Act. Assists with meal preparation in accordance with the “Canada Food Guide” or the client specific diet. Organizes work according to client’s needs and the assigned service request. Reports any changes in the client status or home environment to the Supervisor and/or Case Coordinator as per PPG-00738, Observation Reporting- Home Care Program and PPG-02154, Observation Reporting- Supportive Housing Program Reports incidents immediately to the Supervisor or Case Coordinator and/or the client contact and enters in the Incident Reporting System as required. Participates in staff meetings, case conferences, and in-service programs as required. Communicates with co-workers involved to achieve the client-centered goals. Other duties as assigned.

The Home Care Attendant provides direct client care and environmental support to help clients maintain health and independence in their homes. Key duties include assisting with activities of daily living, meal preparation, and reporting changes in client status to supervisors.

Candidates must hold a Health Care Aide Certificate and possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License with access to a personal vehicle. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication and organizational skills are also required.

• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée
• Microsoft OfficeSouhaitée

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

• Direct Client Care
• Environmental Support
• Microsoft Office
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Confidentiality
• Cultural Competence
• Meal Preparation
• Incident Reporting
• Electronic Documentation
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

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