- Requisition ID:
- Position Number: -N253-22
- Posting End Date: Open Until Filled
- Employer: Southern Health-Santé Sud
- Site: Boundary Trails Health Centre
- Union: CUPE
- Department/Unit: Medical
- Work Location: Boundary Trails Health Centre
- City: Winkler
- Hiring Status: Temporary
- FTE: 0.70
- Employment arrangement: In Person
- Daily hours worked: 11.625
- Anticipated shift: Days; Nights; Weekends
- Annual base hours: 2015
- Anticipated Start Date – End Date: 07/03/2026 – 03/31/2027
- Reason for Term: Other Leave
- Salary: As per CUPE Collective Agreement

Position Overview

Under the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders, the Health Care Aide (HCA) provides support and assistance to residents/patients in activities of daily living (ADLs) as identified in the care plan. The HCA works within the full scope of practice and engages in education and certifications to maintain competency. Person‑centered care is provided according to established standards, including Accreditation Canada Standards, Personal Care Home Standards, and legislative requirements. The incumbent exercises appropriate initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods, and action to be taken on unusual matters, functioning consistently with the mission, vision, and values of Southern Health‑Santé Sud.

Experience

- 1–2 years’ experience working in a health care setting (preferred)
- 1–2 years’ experience caring for elderly or disabled clients (preferred)

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

- Minimum Grade 12
- Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program




- Other combinations of education and experience may be considered

Certification / Licensure / Registration

- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute Care)

Qualifications and Skills

- Knowledge of confidentiality and privacy requirements under PHIA and FIPPA legislation
- Knowledge of workplace safety requirements under WHMIS
- Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program (VPP) training and processes
- Knowledge of SCHIPP training and processes
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload
- Team‑work and ability to seek assistance as needed
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Ability to interact well with others
- Capacity to work in stressful environments, including with aggressive or agitated individuals
- Respect for and promotion of a culturally diverse population
- Proficiency in both official languages for target and designated bilingual positions
- Respect for confidentiality in paper, electronic and other formats
- Positive work and attendance record
- Some program areas require a valid Class 5 driver’s licence, an all‑purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000

Physical Requirements

- Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job




- No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions
- May work evenings, nights and weekends
- Required to travel to other regional facilities as duties may require

This term position may end earlier as outlined in the collective agreement.

Additional Information

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Southern Health‑Santé Sud is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

Completion of a satisfactory criminal record check, vulnerable sector search, adult abuse registry check, and child abuse registry check is required, and the successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Three work‑related references from persons who are not related to the applicant and who have direct knowledge of the applicant’s work performance should be included in the application.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health‑Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, services may be offered in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French‑speaking communities. If no candidate satisfies the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.

Information unrelated to the applicant’s selection, such as protected personal information, will be redacted in accordance with legislation.

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