As a successful Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a team as well as working individually in a self-motivated environment that is always changing. Adhering to the provided care plan that has been established in collaboration with the client, family and members of the interdisciplinary team will support you in your every changing environment. You will perform health care duties as authorized on the client’s care plan, including but not limited to simple dressings, medication assistance, catheter care, ostomy care and exercises for range of movement and strengthening.You have an opportunity to contribute as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team; demonstrating excellent creativity and resourcefulness with the ability to think on your feet with little direction. You will need to have great time management and organization abilities in order to balance different priorities at once. Being able to provide friendly and sincere emotional support by being a good listener and interacting in a positive and optimistic manner is critical to ensuring patient centered care as a HCA.
Description: As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing.



Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals.PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement.
Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
Classification: Health Care Aide
Union: AUPE AUX
Unit and Program: Community Health Centre
Primary Location: Eckville Community Health Cent
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.00
Posting End Date: 31-AUG-2026
Employee Class: Casual/Relief
Date Available: 10-SEP-2026
Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
Shifts per cycle: Varies
Days Off: Other
Minimum Salary: $26.43
Maximum Salary: $29.58
Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
Classification: Health Care Aide
Union: AUPE AUX
Unit and Program: Community Health Centre
Primary Location: Eckville Community Health Cent
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.00
Posting End Date: 31-AUG-2026
Employee Class: Casual/Relief
Date Available: 10-SEP-2026
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
Shifts per cycle: Varies
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Days Off: Other
Minimum Salary: $26.43
Maximum Salary: $29.58
Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required




Required Qualifications: Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
Additional Required Qualifications: Availability to work evenings and weekends is a requirement for this position.Possession of a valid driver’s license for work-related travel.Physically able to perform all assigned tasks.Ability to perform all duties in accordance with related legislation.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience providing medication assistance.Experience in caring for the elder population or chronically ill clients in the community setting.Experience using Microsoft Office and Skype for Business.
Please note: All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.
Security Screening: A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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