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Health Care Aide

Government of Alberta · Assisted Living and Social Services

This job in plain words

This Health Care Aide job in Edmonton supports children, adults and seniors in group homes at Rosecrest and Residential and Support Services. It can be full-time or part-time, with rotating shifts that include overnights and weekends.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada, and a current work visa is required.

Education
High school diploma · High school diploma and Health Care Aide certification required. Related post-secondary education is an asset.
Experience
One year of experience in group living, residential care or a related setting. Equivalent education or experience may be considered.
Job type
Full-time or part-time. Permanent or temporary (up to 18 months), plus casual/wage positions. 38.75 hours per week, rotating shifts.

What they ask for:

  • High school diploma.
  • One year of experience in group living, residential care or a related setting.
  • Health Care Aide certification required; transitional practice permits not accepted.
  • Experience with lifts, wheelchairs and safe transfers is an asset.
  • Strong organization, communication and problem-solving skills.

What you would do

  • Provide personal care and help with daily living tasks.
  • Assist with medications and treatments within the Health Care Aide scope.
  • Help plan activities, outings and community involvement.
  • Help run the home, including meals, housekeeping and laundry.
  • Write shift notes and incident reports accurately.

How to apply

Apply online through the official Alberta posting. Include a resume with months and years for all education and work, and complete the pre-screening questions.

Good to know:

  • Final candidates must pass a criminal record check with a vulnerable sector check, and an intervention record check.
  • The job includes lifting and moving people and equipment.
  • Shifts can include days, afternoons, awake overnights, weekends and short-notice call-ins.
  • Wage employees receive 11.6% extra pay instead of paid holidays and vacation.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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