Health Care Aide supporting vulnerable Albertans in Government of Alberta residential homes. Providing personal care, medications, behavioural supports, and daily living assistance.
Responsibilities
Provide respectful, person-centred personal care (ADLs) and support individuals to communicate needs, choices, and preferences
Assist with medications and treatments within Health Care Aide scope
Follow care plans and dietary plans
Respond to medical concerns and emergencies, escalating to clinical leadership as required
Implement and contribute to Individual Service Plans and positive behavioural supports
Promote community inclusion through appointments, activities, visits, and volunteer opportunities
Support meals, housekeeping, laundry, shopping, budgets, and equipment needs
Participate in Occupational Health and Safety and licensing-related safety practices
Complete accurate shift notes and incident, adverse event, and medication error reports
Work under supervision of a Registered Nurse and report to the Home Coordinator/Supervisor
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in 24/7 residential homes
Requirements
High school diploma
One year of experience working in group living, residential care, or related care setting
Health Care Aide certification is required; transitional practice permits will not be accepted
Directly related education or experience may be considered on the basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience, or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education
Post-secondary education in a related field is an asset
Current, up-to-date Canadian First Aid Certification is highly recommended
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Experience in supportive living, continuing care, or group home environments
Experience working with individuals with disabilities or vulnerable populations
Experience with personal care and mobility assistance, including safe use of lifts, wheelchairs, and transfer techniques
Experience with electronic documentation and electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR) systems
Ability to lift and move individuals and equipment
Ability to work days, afternoons, awake overnights, weekends, and short-notice call-ins
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada; a current work visa is required
Final candidates must provide a Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Check, and an Intervention Record Check (IRC)
Benefits
Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
Professional learning and development
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
Wage employees receive 11.6% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of paid holidays and vacation leave
5.6% of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays
6% of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay
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