Health Care Aide

A rewarding career and a more relaxed lifestyle come together in McLennan - a small town with a lot of heart and a strong sense of community. As a Health Care Aide on our Home Care team, you’ll support clients with daily activities while learning from experienced staff who enjoy mentoring new HCAs. You’ll receive thorough orientation, ongoing training, and opportunities to grow your skills through in-house courses or external learning. It’s a chance to join a friendly, professional team where your contributions are valued and your impact is felt every day. Life in McLennan brings the beauty of the North right to your doorstep. Nestled beside Kimiwan Lake and just minutes from Winagami Lake, the area is ideal for fishing, paddling, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and exploring by ATV or snowmobile. With dazzling Northern Lights, short commutes, and a lower cost of living, it’s easy to settle into this peaceful, fulfilling lifestyle. If you’re ready for a fresh start in a supportive environment, apply today! In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team providing personal assistance including supporting activities of daily living and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short-term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this position you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities assisting nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs, assisting with organized activities or programs and observing and reporting on a patient's mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under a regulated health professional you will be assisting in the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors, and maintaining effective communication with patients and health professionals.

Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire and 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.

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