Casual Health Care Aide Companion
About The Position
Life is a Journey, Join the Club. We are currently seeking a Casual Healthcare Aide Companion to join our team at The Journey Club in the prestigious, active, and vibrant community of Westman Village in Calgary, AB. As a Casual Healthcare Aide, you deliver resident-focused care within the full scope of practice of an HCA role. You’ll work in a home-like environment with the utmost respect towards the individuality and dignity of each resident, family member and co-worker you interact with. You come to the table with a flexible schedule that could consist of days, evenings, nights, and weekends - in a casual capacity. Are you ready to join our team and take part in making memorable experiences for our resident family members?
Requirements
- Graduate of a Health Care Aide program recognized by Alberta Health Services.
- Currently registered in the Alberta Healthcare Aide Directory.
- Medication Delivery Certificate is a requirement.
- Proficient with computers and software systems.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must have a strong understanding of the English language.
- Enthusiastic attitude and energy to provide excellent care and service on behalf of the company.
- Awareness of accident and injury prevention, hazard identification and control; adherence to safe work practices and procedures is essential in this position.
- Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to person-centered care.
- Demonstrated commitment to the mission, vision and values of the company is essential.
- Respect the resident's rights to privacy and to be treated with dignity.
- Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
- Physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the position (may be required to lift, move, push, or pull objects weighing up to 20 kilograms).
- Ability to work on his/her feet for a complete shift while constantly bending, stretching, walking, lifting, or moving things.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a health care setting is preferred.
- Experience in Assisted Living or Long-Term Care setting an asset.
Responsibilities
- Perform the responsibilities of the position within the legislative and regulatory standards set out in the applicable Provincial and Municipal Acts as well as the responsibilities consistent with Operational Policies.
- Participate in all aspects of personal resident care to ensure the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of each resident/family are met.
- Responsible for adhering to and seeking guidance on the principles of safe medication assistance and ensuring medication is taken as intended by the prescriber.
- Deliver effective and efficient care under the direction of the supervisor.
- Promote resident/family choice and acknowledges the resident strengths, limitations, as well as their need for safety and the safety of other resident/family and staff.
- Protect own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety.
- Follow all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- On-site parking options available
- Opportunity for growth & career advancement
- Company events and activities throughout the year
- Employee centric culture
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
