Health Care Aide - Canada - Alberta Health Services

Alberta Health Services

Verified Company

Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Your Opportunity:

Discover a whole different professional practice - and way of life - in La Crete The "crest" or "rooster's comb" that gives the hamlet of La Crete its name rises above the plateau and overlooks the Mighty Peace River in the northwestern reaches of the province about 700 kilometers from Edmonton.

Today the population of the Hamlet is close to 3642 and offers all the essential amenities. Here you will find top-notch schools and excellent community support, especially from their Chamber of Commerce.

Known for their hockey and basketball teams, the hamlet also boasts an arena, field house, and a popular bowling alley for people of all ages.

Explore nearby parks, campgrounds, and trails, or ride the ferry (one of only seven operating in Alberta) to a popular campground and recreational space.

This family-oriented community is perfect for raising your family, purchasing affordable property, or for opening up your own local business.

Connect to the community of La Crete - Welcome to your new home Relocation Assistance, based on eligibility and availability.

In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Northern Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $6,300.

This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

Permanent and temporary employees working in excess of one (1) year whose work sites are above the 57th parallel are also eligible to receive an annual reimbursement of personal travel expenses to an annual maximum of $1,235.

Eligible employees will be reimbursed for the cost of one (1) round trip, per calendar year, to any destination within Alberta.

Travel must originate from a community above the 57th parallel to any destination within Alberta and cannot be carried over.

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
Unit and Program: Long Term Care
Primary Location: La Crete Health Centre
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.

80

Posting End Date: 02-JAN-2024

Employee Class: Regular Part Time

Date Available: 12-JAN-2024

Hours per Shift: 7.75, 11.0
Length of Shift in weeks: 6
Shifts per cycle: 20
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $20.78
Maximum Salary: $25.26
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Additional Required Qualifications:

BLS training which is also offered onsite.

In addition, the incumbent will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:
Actively integrates Patient and Family Centered Care principles into practice. Excellent communication skills in order to work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team and accept direction as required. Demonstrates critical thinking, conflict resolution and problem solving skills. Excellent time management and prioritization skills. Compliance with the AHS Hand Hygiene policies. Demonstrates behaviours consistent with the values of AHS - compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and safety.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous LTC experience, footcare training is an asset.