Job Description

To start ASAP. Must have availability for High River Client:

Mondays and Fridays: 1300-1630

Tuesdays and Thursdays: 0845-1145

Please do not apply if you are not in Canada.

Job Title: Health Care Aide: hiring for Rural south areas: Okotoks, High river, De Winton Diamond valley, Foothills County, AB.

Duties:
- Provide assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
- Assist with mobility and transfers, using proper lifting techniques.
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
- Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Follow care plans and communicate any changes in the client's condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Provide specialized care for clients with dementia or other cognitive impairments.
- Collaborate with other healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive care for clients.

Skills:
- Nurse or nursing assistant experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of dementia care techniques and strategies.
- Experience in home care or assisted living settings.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical tasks as required.
- Proficient in medication administration and documentation.
- Strong caregiving skills and a compassionate nature.
- Familiarity with the needs of individuals in nursing home or assisted living facilities.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in need of care. If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual with the necessary skills, we invite you to apply for this position.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Expected start date: 2025-09-05

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Flexible schedule
Application question(s):

Located in Canada and can legally work in Canada? Have a vulnerable sector check/police clearance?
Have a car in good mechanical condition?
Have or willing to have TB screening PPD or chest xray?
Have daytime availability during the weekdays?
Have open availability?

Licence/Certification:

Class 5 Licence (required) HCA certificate and in HCA directory-AB? (required) CPR Certification (required)
Work Location: In person