Job Description

Your Opportunity:

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 workplace 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: Home Care
• Primary Location: Winfield Community Health Ctr
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.67
• Posting End Date: 05-JUN-2023
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 15-JUN-2023
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 40
• Shift Pattern: Days, 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:

A minimum of 3 year Community based HCA experience (obtained within the last five years) is required. Must be able to work in different environments across the program, from Community / Client homes, Independent Living Sites and Designated Supported Living (DSL3/4/4D). Effective time management and prioritization skills are required. Must be able to work independently and within a team environment. Conflict resolution and strong communication skills are required. Knowledge and ability to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office. Work tasks are extensive repetitive motion tasks. Must be able to tolerate long periods of sitting, standing and driving as well as repetitive movements. Must be able to participate in hands on care of patients (i.e., transfers, bariatric clients, bending, Reaching, twisting, and walking distances). Must be able to lift and carry 10-15 kg regularly if needed. 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.

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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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