Job Description

Requisition ID: xe2x80x8b371364Position Number: 135-71230-N253-12Posting End Date: Open Until FilledEmployer: xe2x80x8bSouthern Health-Santxc3xa9 Sudxe2x80x8bSite: xe2x80x8bEmerson Health Centrexe2x80x8bUnion: xe2x80x8bCUPExe2x80x8bDepartment/Unit: xe2x80x8bNursingxe2x80x8bWork Location: Emerson Health CentreCity: xe2x80x8bEmersonxe2x80x8bHiring Status: PermanentFTE: xe2x80x8b0.7xe2x80x8bEmployment arrangement: xe2x80x8bIn Personxe2x80x8bDaily hours worked: xe2x80x8b7.75Anticipated shift: xe2x80x8bDays; Nights; Weekendsxe2x80x8bAnnual base hours: xe2x80x8b2015xe2x80x8bAnticipated Start Date: xe2x80x8bAs mutually agreedSalary: $20.69 - $24.47Find your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santxc3xa9 Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives.Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Mxc3xa9tis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world.Be part of the Southern Health-Santxc3xa9 Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Join a region that offers a lifestyle like no other - a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family.Position OverviewUnder the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders, the Health Care Aide (HCA) provides support and assistance to residents/patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as identified in the care plan. The HCA works to full scope of practice and engages in education and certifications to maintain competency. Person-centered care is provided according to established standards of practice, including but not limited to, Accreditation Canada Standards, Personal Care Home Standards, and legislative requirements.The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santxc3xa9 Sud.Experience

• One to two (1-2) years' experience working in a health care setting preferred.
• One to two (1-2) years' experience preferably caring for elderly or disabled clients preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Minimum Grade 12.
• Health Care Aide Certificate from recognized program.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute Care).

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of Confidentiality/privacy requirements following The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) legislation.
• Knowledge of Workplace safety requirements following Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
• Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program (VPP) training and processes.
• Knowledge of SCHIPP training and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
• Demonstrated ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as needed.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Demonstrated ability to interact well with others.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in stressful environments which may include aggressive and/or agitated individuals.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Some program areas require a valid Class 5 driver's license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work evenings, nights and weekends.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.Southern Health-Santxc3xa9 Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.All Health Care Workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with Southern Health-Santxc3xa9 Sud policy.Please include three work-related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santxc3xa9 Sud's FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French-speaking communities within Southern Health-Santxc3xa9 Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.Please be advised that job competitions for union represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority