- Provide support and assistance to residents/patients in ADLs as identified in the care plan
- Work under the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders
- Engage in education and certifications to maintain competency
- Provide person-centered care according to established standards of practice
- Exercise initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters
- One to two years' experience working in a health care setting preferred
- One to two years' experience preferably caring for elderly or disabled clients preferred
- Minimum Grade 12
- Health Care Aide Certificate from recognized program
- Other combinations of education and experience may be considered
- Knowledge of Confidentiality/privacy requirements following The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) legislation
- Knowledge of Workplace safety requirements following Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
- Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program (VPP) training and processes
- Knowledge of SCHIPP training and processes
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload
- Demonstrated ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as needed
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand English
- Demonstrated ability to interact well with others
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in stressful environments which may include aggressive and/or agitated individuals
- Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required
- Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions
- Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums
- Good work and attendance record
- Some program areas require a valid Class 5 driver's license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00
Supportive Caregiver Role - Manitou - beBeeHealthCareAide
Job title: Health Care Aide
Description
Health Care Aide Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Health Care Aide to join our team. As a Health Care Aide, you will play a vital role in providing support and assistance to residents/patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as identified in the care plan.
The successful candidate will work under the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders. You will engage in education and certifications to maintain competency and provide person-centered care according to established standards of practice.
The ideal candidate will exercise the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. You will function in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values of our organization.