Job Description

Your Opportunity:The Town of Edson is located approximately 190 kms west of Edmonton - close enough to visit friends and families on the weekends and holidays! With only 163 kms (about two hours\' drive) from Jasper National Park, Edson is a perfect home base for your outdoor adventures. Hike, bike, or fish the best spots at nearby lakeshores after work or take in a day trip on your days off. Edson is a young, diverse, and multicultural town offering a smalltown feel, but still close to the big city amenities. In addition to Public and Catholic K-12 schools, the town offers arts, cultural, and social activities for everyone. AHS is proud to be part of Canada\'s first, and largest fully integrated provincial healthcare system, serving over 4.4 million Albertans. We are among Alberta\'s Top 75 Employers and a top employer for young people and diversity. With opportunities for professional development, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, discover a whole different professional practice - and way of life - in the cozy town of Edson. Apply today! PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this unit or program expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of the collective agreement.Description:As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you are responsible for providing personal assistance, supporting activities of daily living and providing comfort and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short-term assistance or ongoing support. You will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Homecare
• Primary Location: Edson Healthcare Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.85
• Posting End Date: 21-JUN-2024
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Date Available: 01-JUL-2024
• Temporary End Date: 02-NOV-2024
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 20
• Shifts per cycle: 85
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $20.78
• Maximum Salary: $25.26
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver\'s License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:Active directory status on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Must provide a confirmation letter as proof of enrolment from the Directory at https://www.albertahcadirectory.com/health-care-aides/confirmation/. Nursing students currently enrolled in an approved Alberta nursing program who have successfully completed a minimum of 100 hours of practicum; and are either in their 1st year of practical nursing program; or 2nd year of baccalaureate nursing or psychiatric nursing program will be considered. Must attest to this compliance and provide proof of qualification. Additional Required Qualifications:Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Preferred Qualifications:As Required.Please note:All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.Security Screening:A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.Healthy Albertans. Healthy
Communities. Together.We\'re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it\'s about putting patients\' and families\' experiences, priorities and trust first.We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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