About Edelweiss Elder Care

Edelweiss Elder Care is a growing company dedicated to supporting quality of life for clients living with advanced illness and other complex care needs.

We believe in meeting our clients where they are on their journey and walking alongside them to maintain and, where possible, improve their quality of life while navigating the challenges of daily living.

If our values align with yours and you are a qualified, compassionate caregiver, we would love to hear from you.

About the Position

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Health Care Aide to provide in-home support to a client living with dementia in Beddington, Calgary.

Our client lives at home with her husband and adult son. She is very mobile but requires constant supervision and assistance with personal care and feeding.

The successful candidate will be comfortable providing hands-on personal care, assisting with daily living activities, maintaining a clean and safe home environment, and offering companionship and reassurance.

This is a temporary full-time contract assignment from October 9 to December 9. The successful candidate may be considered for future opportunities based on exceptional work performance.

Schedule

- Full-time, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility
- Saturday availability is mandatory
- Saturday shift: approximately 7–8 hours
- Flexibility may be required based on the client's needs

What You’ll Do

- Assist the client with grooming, dressing, personal care, and feeding
- Provide supervision and support throughout the shift




- Assist with meal preparation and follow direction from family members regarding the client's care and preferences
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the client's living areas
- Complete laundry and tidy up after meals
- Provide companionship and meaningful interaction
- Observe and promptly report changes in the client's health, behaviour, or overall well-being to the director and/or family
- Provide appropriate, compassionate support for a person living with dementia
- Help maintain a safe, respectful, and comfortable home environment

What You Bring

Required:

- Health Care Aide (HCA) certification or recognized equivalency
- Current registration with the Alberta HCA Directory
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
- Reliable transportation and the ability to arrive on time for scheduled shifts
- Strong attention to detail
- Prompt, respectful, and effective communication
- A compassionate and respectful approach to client care
- Fluent in English

Additional experience and skills we value:

- Previous experience providing care in a home-care setting
- Experience supporting individuals living with dementia, disabilities, or advanced/terminal illness




- Knowledge of dementia care practices and techniques
- Ability to prepare meals while following dietary restrictions and client preferences
- Strong communication skills when working with clients, families, and the director
- Genuine interest in helping others maintain their dignity and quality of life
- Ability to adapt to changing client needs and schedules
- Dependable, responsive, and professional communication

Compensation

- $26/hour
- Paid as an independent contractor
- temporary full-time contract assignment from October 9 to December 9, with potential for future assignments

Advantages & Perks

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for consideration for future assignments based on exceptional performance

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who sees caregiving as more than a list of tasks. The right person will be kind, attentive, reliable, respectful, and genuinely committed to supporting our client's comfort, dignity, safety, and quality of life.

If you are an experienced Health Care Aide who takes pride in providing thoughtful, compassionate care in a home environment, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, please send an email explaining why you would like to work for Edelweiss Elder Care Ltd. and why you would be a great candidate for this position. Please attached your resume.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Pay: $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Health Care Aide – Home Care (Calgary)
🏢 Edelweiss Elder Care
📍 Calgary