Job Description

MUST HAVE Valid Alberta Health Care Aid Directory and MUST be willing to work in COVID positive units. A premier Park Place long-term care facility Benevolence Care Centre focuses on supporting seniors who can no longer live safely, or independently at home. Located in the heart of Edmonton, AB, Benevolence Care Centre combines modern living with comfort and services you need in a warm and welcoming community. If you are interested in a diverse and rewarding career within a dynamic organization, then choose a career where people matter; where you are acknowledged, recognized for your dedication, and supported. Benevolence is currently seeking someone like you to join our Care Team! This is an AUPE unionized position. If you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity please apply today! JOB SUMMARY: As a valued interdisciplinary team member the Health Care Aide, under the direction of the Nurse, assists residents with the activities of daily living to address personal, social, physical and recreational needs. Performs all duties in a safe, caring manner according to residents\xe2\x80\x99 wishes and PPSL policies and procedures. Aim of care is to promote independence and optimal functioning of resident\xe2\x80\x99s mind, body and spirit. Treats residents with dignity and demonstrates an attitude of caring. The Health Care Aide ensures a commitment to resident safety and to our \xe2\x80\x9cculture of safety\xe2\x80\x9d as per PPSL Strategic Directions. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides care and support to residents following their individualized care plans (eg. Resident\xe2\x80\x99s Day) When appropriate, encourages resident participation in activities of daily living. Establishes and maintains therapeutic relationships with the resident and significant others through the use of interpersonal and interviewing techniques ensuring resident choice and autonomy in decision-making and care planning. Adheres to the \xe2\x80\x9cResident\xe2\x80\x99s Bill of Rights.\xe2\x80\x9d
• Provides personal care to residents including assisting the resident with bathing, dressing, care of skin and hair; changing beds; assisting with toilet needs; and overseeing resident exercise routines.
• Following individualized resident lift and transfer assessment, safely lifts, transfers and/or positions residents to provide and maintain good body alignment and comfort. Assists residents with ambulation as needed within the Home.
• Contributes to the development and ongoing changes to the residents\xe2\x80\x99 individualized plan of care, including attending and providing input into resident interdisciplinary care plan meetings. Advocates for the interest of the resident and significant others.
• Administers oral, rectal and/or topical routine medications (excluding PRN medications) in accordance with PPSL and pharmaceutical policies and procedures.
• Observes and evaluates residents ongoing and reports all relevant information about care and procedures to nurse to achieve resident safety and comfort according to PPSL policy and procedure.
• Assists residents with meals by serving and collecting meal trays and feeding designated residents, maintaining intake and output records as required.
• Performs related clerical duties such as answering the telephone.
• Assists in the orientation and sharing information with new staff, students, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation activities, education sessions, team conferences, meetings and committees.
• Maintains a safe environment for residents, significant others and staff by adhering to established safety policies, standards and procedures including emergency procedures and infection control guidelines. Reports unsafe conditions and malfunctioning equipment to the nurse.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a recognized Health Care Aide program or Mental Health Aide Certificate or equivalent. SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal English.
• Clear criminal record security clearance with Vulnerable Sector included (no more than 6 months old)
• Must have valid Alberta Health Care Aide Directory
• Must be physically fit to perform lifting and transferring and able to be on your feet for long periods of time
• Appropriately dressed \xe2\x80\x93 nursing uniform
• Effective written and oral communication skills in the English language
• Must be able to work independently, and as part of the Interdisciplinary Team
• Sucessful candidate must provide satisfactory proof of vaccinations such as COVID and Influenza

Job Type: Casual Salary: $20.22-$25.33 per hour Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Licence/Certification:

• Alberta HCA Directory Registration (required)

Work Location: In person