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Beautiful St. Paul, Alberta is located approximately 200 km northeast of Edmonton, located centrally in the Lakeland Region, with a population of over 5,800. As a Health Care Aide in Home Care, you will provide patient care services as a member of our healthcare team, under the supervision of a regulated healthcare professional. You will be working within the client’s residential environment and be responsible for direct care assistance, as well as emotional well-being and physical comfort of the client. It will be required of you to adapt to workload assignment changes and possess communication skills and knowledge to promptly report needs and condition changes of the client as required. The county of St. Paul is abundant with lakes and rivers, forests and rolling hills for the outdoor enthusiast. Renowned for the Iron Horse Trail that crosses throughout the Lakeland Region, quadding and sledding are family-friendly activities that spans all seasons. St. Paul also offers a swimming pool, two arenas, a public library, fitness centres, and a UFO landing pad to keep community members very active, supporting St. Paul’s motto that we’re “a people kind of place.” We offer organized sports, dancing, rodeo events, and music festivals. St. Paul hosts many different cultures, making it rich in culinary experiences. We embrace our multiculturalism, including working collaboratively with the Indigenous communities in the area. Education and family is very important to the St. Paul community, where we offer education in French as well as English. For those looking for post-secondary education, St. Paul has Portage College and Blue Quills University at your fingertips. St. Paul is growing and attracting many businesses, offering affordable living and a short commute to work, making this a great opportunity to come and see what we have to offer!
Beautiful St. Paul, Alberta is located approximately 200 km northeast of Edmonton, located centrally in the Lakeland Region, with a population of over 5,800. As a Health Care Aide in Home Care, you will provide patient care services as a member of our healthcare team, under the supervision of a regulated healthcare professional. You will be working within the client’s residential environment and be responsible for direct care assistance, as well as emotional well-being and physical comfort of the client. It will be required of you to adapt to workload assignment changes and possess communication skills and knowledge to promptly report needs and condition changes of the client as required. The county of St. Paul is abundant with lakes and rivers, forests and rolling hills for the outdoor enthusiast. Renowned for the Iron Horse Trail that crosses throughout the Lakeland Region, quadding and sledding are family-friendly activities that spans all seasons. St. Paul also offers a swimming pool, two arenas, a public library, fitness centres, and a UFO landing pad to keep community members very active, supporting St. Paul’s motto that we’re “a people kind of place.” We offer organized sports, dancing, rodeo events, and music festivals. St. Paul hosts many different cultures, making it rich in culinary experiences. We embrace our multiculturalism, including working collaboratively with the Indigenous communities in the area. Education and family is very important to the St. Paul community, where we offer education in French as well as English. For those looking for post-secondary education, St. Paul has Portage College and Blue Quills University at your fingertips. St. Paul is growing and attracting many businesses, offering affordable living and a short commute to work, making this a great opportunity to come and see what we have to offer!
Description:
As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you are responsible for providing personal assistance, supporting activities of daily living and providing comfort and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short-term assistance or ongoing support. You will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.
Classification: Health Care Aide
Union: AUPE AUX
Department: NZ STPAUL CHC Home Support
Primary Location: St. Paul Comm Health Services
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.80
Posting End Date: 08-APR-2022
Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
Date Available: 18-APR-2022
Temporary End Date: 18-OCT-2022
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 6
Shifts per cycle: 24
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $19.92
Maximum Salary: $24.21
Vehicle Requirement: Driver’s License, Vehicle Required
Required Qualifications:
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.
Additional Required Qualifications:
COVID vaccination required. 1 year experience required. Current healthcare provider BLS with Heart and Stroke.
Preferred Qualifications:
Supportive Pathways or any dementia related courses. Non Violent Crisis Intervention. Palliative Care preferred. Nail Care preferred.
