Job Description

Your Opportunity:
One in five people experience a mental health concern. Located at Alberta Hospital Edmonton, the Young Adult Evaluation, Treatment and Reintegration Service (Unit 12-A) is a short stay, fast-paced 26-bed acute care multidisciplinary psychiatry program for medically stable clients aged 17 to 26 years. The Psychiatric Aide is an integral member of the Unit 12-A collaborative team. This inpatient program is intended for clients diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder who require recovery-based support and interventions as they transition from an acute phase of illness toward stabilization. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta. 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 Psychiatric Aide, you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team to meet the personal care needs and comforts of patients in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs as well as assist with organized activities or programs. In this position, you will observe and report on a patients mood, health, well-being, maintain effective communication with patients and health professionals, assist with the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors as well as assist in the general support of the work area.

Transition Company:

Recovery Alberta

Classification:

Psychiatric Aide

Union:

AUPE AUX

Unit and Program:

Unit 12-A, Young Adult Psychiatry

Primary Location:

Alberta Hospital Edmonton

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

0.52

Posting End Date:

08-DEC-2025

Employee Class:

Regular Part Time

Date Available:

22-DEC-2025

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

5

Shifts per cycle:

13

Shift Pattern:

Days, Evenings, Weekends

Days Off:

As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:

$22.67

Maximum Salary:

$26.43

Vehicle Requirement:

Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12. A combination of education and experience satisfactory to the employer will also be considered.

Additional Required Qualifications:

One years' recent (within the past four years) experience in Mental Health and Addictions role. Non-violent crisis intervention training. Sound observation and strong verbal communication skills. Positive attitude and the ability to work effectively in an Acute Psychiatry setting. Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills. Ability to adapt quickly to changes in daily schedule and patient needs. Working knowledge of patient and family centered care principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

Working knowledge of the CoACT model of care. Working knowledge of trauma informed care.