Job Description

Overview

Do you enjoy building close connections with clients? If so, we are looking for you!
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Health Care Aide to provide essential support to individuals in their homes. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life of our clients. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, ensuring a clean and safe environment, and providing companionship to those in need.

About the Role:

This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours.

What you will be doing:

Assist residents with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing. Support meal preparation and ensure proper nutrition for clients. Maintain cleanliness in living areas, including laundry and housekeeping duties. Provide companionship and engage clients in social activities to promote mental well-being. Monitor and report changes in clients' health or behavior to nursing staff or family members. Assist with mobility and transportation needs, ensuring safety during transfers. Offer specialized care for individuals with dementia or other cognitive impairments. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement care plans tailored to individual needs.

What you bring:

Health Care Aide Certification or Equivalency Registered with the Alberta HCA Directory. Current CPR and First Aid Certification. Up to date N95 Mask Fit testing. Proficiency in other languages such as Mandarin, Tagalog, Cantonese, Creole, French, Spanish, etc. Reliable vehicle and Class 5 license. Personal mobile device with data.

Nice to have:

Experience in home care setting. Experience in wound care, catheter care, end of life care, and operating personal medical devices and equipment. Knowledge of care practices and techniques for working with individuals with dementia, disabilities, or terminal illness. Ability to perform meal preparation while considering client dietary restrictions and preferences. Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients, families, and healthcare teams. Compassionate demeanour with a genuine desire to help others improve their quality of life. Flexibility to adapt to changing client needs and work schedules as required.

How you will be paid:

Hourly rates start at $17.00 an hour based on experience and participation in the company's profit sharing program. You have full ownership of your schedule. Work as much or as little as you want. There is a minimum 2 hours per scheduled visit which reduces travel time spent during the shift. You are one on one with clients and the focus will be on spending quality time with them without having to rush. You will get to know your clients rather than just their care tasks. We value our team, you will be respected and heard by the company. There are multiple company sponsored employee engagement activities and performance incentives.
Join our team as a Health Care Aide and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve!

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Additional pay:

Bonus pay
Benefits:

Flexible schedule Profit sharing
Application question(s):

What is your hourly pay expectations? What languages are you fluent in? What are the specific days and times you are able to work?
Work Location: In person