Job Description

Casual Health Care Aid - George's House Palliative Care

George Spady Society

The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady Society provides a continuum of support services supporting people with complex life circumstances associated with substance-related and concurrent disorders and homelessness, empowering them to improve their lives through client-centered, evidence-based best practices.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

The HCA is an essential part of the George Spady Society. Their main role is to provide personal assistance and ongoing support services clients at George's House. The HCA is responsible for providing medical and daily living assistance for residents including assistance with cooking, bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and other personal hygiene activities as well as assisting in mobility and exercise as needed. The HCA always works within a harm reduction framework and with a trauma informed lens.

The HCA will report directly to the coordinator of the George's House program Will be responsible for giving daily medical and personal assistance as needed in a harm reduction model which will include medication administration, wound care and other medical assistance Assists with a range of motion exercises Assists in the daily cleaning duties (beds, floors, etc.) Assists with bathing, grooming, dressing, and other personal hygiene activities Assists clients with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, and organizing in an inclusive and educational manner Transports clients to medical/well-being/recovery related appointments Ensure all clients are treated in a professional, non-judgmental, and dignified manner at all times Provides friendly, understanding, and positive support for clients Maintains case notes and updates the George Spady Society client files Updates and maintains information on referrals sources using the FYI database Any other tasks assigned by the Program Manager

Position Requirements

Recognized Health Care Aide certificate (or equivalent) Demonstrates understanding of the addictions field Experience working with people with complex life circumstances associated with substance-related disorders, mental health issues, mobility issues and homelessness Basic understanding of harm reduction principles based on dignity, hope and healing as individuals move forward towards improved health and well-being Excellent computer, typing and customer relation skills An open, accepting, and non-judgmental attitude with an ability to build rapport with clients and staff Valid First Aid and CPR certification required Two million in liability insurance ensure safe transport of clients to and from appointments Must have a valid driver's license Current and clear police information and vulnerable sector check is required

Hours of Work:

Shift work. Days, nights, weekends available.

George Spady Society thanks all applicants for their interest, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

George Spady Society is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse team benefits and enriches our work and is essential to our operational excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity to confidentially self-identify at time of application should you wish to. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Types: Permanent, Casual

Pay: $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Employee assistance program Flexible schedule On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you have knowledge and are supportive of Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care principles and best practices?
Education:

DCS / DEC (preferred)
Experience:

Health Care Aide: 1 year (required) Mental Health and Addictions: 1 year (required) Palliative Care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Alberta HCA License (required) First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (preferred) Drivers License (preferred) Registration with the CLPNA (required) current Police with Vulnerable Sector check (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-10-30
Expected start date: 2025-11-10