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Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting recent standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Position Vacancy

Specialized Mental Health – IP Combined

Work Type

Temporary Full Time Approx. until December 2027

Position

Clinical Assistant 6 (UNIFOR Service)

Location

WRHN @ Chicopee

CA:ON:Kitchener

Posting Period

October 29 2026 - November 5 2026

Hours

UNIFOR FT

Position Summary

Offering person-centred care, guided by recovery principles, the Clinical Assistant promotes healing and instills hope while demonstrating the values of the Mental Health and Addictions Program.



As a member of a multidisciplinary team within the Specialized Mental Health Program, Clinical Assistants support the daily activities on the unit including being involved in care as outlined by the team and nursing staff. Care duties include but are not limited to assisting patients with basic personal care needs, transporting patients by wheel chair and stretcher, escorting patients into exam rooms or other diagnostic tests, stocking exam and treatment rooms, helping to keep the unit tidy, making beds, taking the patient's height and weight and documenting the care given accordingly. Contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors

Position Requirements

- Successful completion of an approved Health Care Aide Program or Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certification from a recognized program or completion of a 1st year nursing program (BScN or Practical Nurse) from an accredited college or university
- CPR certificate at the Heart Saver Level
- Previous experience in assisting patients with basic personal care needed
- Ability to empathize with patients and family members
- Minimum of two years of related experience in a health care setting
- Previous experience working with patients with dementia or mental health illness
- GPA and PIECES training preferred
- Responsible,



energetic individual with above average ability to prioritize and organize in a busy environment
- Demonstrated ability to follow through with requests
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Capable of working independently and able to take direction
- Knowledge of principles of medical asepsis and universal precautions
- Demonstrated positive relationships with other health care professionals and able to contribute to the development of an environment conducive to excellent patient care
- Willing to work flexible hour
- Good attendance record

Salary

CAD 31.47-33.61

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please

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