Salary: $23.19 - $28.72 / hour

Employment Arrangement: In Person (Casual)

Work Location: Pembina Manitou Health Centre, Manitou

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 to full scope of practice and engages in education and certifications to maintain competency. Person-centered care is provided according to established standards of practice, including but not limited to, Accreditation Canada Standards, Personal Care Home Standards, and legislative requirements.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities and work methods to be employed. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values of Southern Health-Santé Sud and its policies.

Experience

• One to two (1-2) years’ experience working in a health care setting (preferred)


• One to two (1-2) years’ experience caring for elderly or disabled clients (preferred)

Education

• 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/privacy requirements (PHIA, FIPPA)


• Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)


• Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program (VPP) training and processes


• Knowledge of SCHIPP training and processes
  
  
  
  
  
• Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload


• Teamwork and willingness to seek assistance as needed


• Effective verbal and written communication skills


• Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and understanding English


• Ability to interact well with others


• Ability and willingness to work in stressful environments with aggressive or agitated individuals


• Respect for and promotion of a culturally diverse population


• Proficiency in both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions


• Respect for confidentiality in paper, electronic and other formats


• Positive work and attendance record


• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and liability insurance (for some program areas)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet physical and mental demands of the job


• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions


• May work evenings, nights and weekends


• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as duties may require

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

Southern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, 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.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French-speaking communities.