Health Care Aide - P2 Point Douglas Team

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority • Winnipeg, MB

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Team Coordinator or designate, the Aide acts as a member of the health care team, assisting with client personal care and providing basic supportive care as directed. The Health Care Aide demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/site/program.

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 10 education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Successful completion of a recognized Health Care Aide course required.
• Knowledge of Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) required.
• General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills: MS Word and Outlook.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.
• Excellent command of the English language (both oral and written).
• Previous client care experience required.
• Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Community or geriatric experience preferred.
• Experience with an electronic charting system preferred.
• Competent in an Aboriginal language and/or knowledge in Aboriginal customs, traditions and values.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with client personal care
• Providing basic supportive care as directed

Benefits

• Information and/or training will be provided within the probation period for the following: Regional, site and program policies and procedures. Roles and responsibilities of members of the health care team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED