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- Recent experience as a Health Care Aide is preferred.
- Experience with older adults is preferred.
- Successful completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized educational institution.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.
- Demonstrates knowledge of, and support for, the Centre's core values, philosophy, vision, C.Q.I. goals, policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of members of the health care team; the principles of personal care/rehab care/dementia care/chronic care; and non-violent crisis intervention.
- Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
- Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
- Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
- Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.
- Non-violent crisis intervention training preferred/essential.
- Demonstrates participant focused care in accordance with MHC's Mission Statement and meets physical requirements to carry out job duties - lifting, bending, reaching above the head, etc.
- Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, reliability, and creativity.
- Must show compassion, kindness, patience, and understanding.
- Ability to relate to participants as a motivator, problem-solver and helper.
- Is friendly, caring, and sociable.
- Is customer service-oriented with an emphasis on participant-centred care.
- Able to follow instructions precisely.
- Functions effectively within a changing environment and an interdisciplinary team, with an emphasis on interprofessional collaboration, team work, and communication.
- Must be able to organize and adjust to variable workloads and interruptions.
- Assumes responsibility for ongoing education and participates in professional activities for personal and professional growth.
- Physical health to meet the requirements of the position.
- Involves physical activities such as standing, transferring, and transporting participants and equipment.
- May encounter aggressive and/or agitated individuals.
- May encounter exposure to disease, radiation, toxic materials, noise, allergens, etc.
- May occasionally work extended hours. This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.
Health Care Aide - Winnipeg, Canada - Misericordia Health Centre
Description
Position Overview
Directly accountable to the Manager or designate, the Health Care Aide acts as a member of the interdisciplinary team, assisting with participant care and providing basic supportive care as directed. Performs all duties in accordance with established health and safety regulations/guidelines, policies and procedures (e.g. utilizing personal protective equipment as per safe work procedures).
Experience
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
Certification/Licensure/Registration
Not Applicable
Qualifications and Skills
Physical Requirements