Health Care Aide - Home Care

We embrace the philosophy of person and family centered care and recognize that each client and family member have unique values, personal history and an equal right to dignity, respect, and to participate fully in their environment. This position is based out of Homecare and is a .7 (FTE) position. The incumbent will work at Mackenzie Place while they are enrolled in the HCA training program where they will have the opportunity to be employed as an uncertified HCA while completing your HCA certification from a post-secondary college. Throughout the program, you will receive support, training, and mentorship from a professional team of nurses. The training program takes approximately 12 months to complete. The costs of tuition and training are covered by AHS. To be accepted into the program, you will need to commit to some criteria, including working an HCA position AHS for 24 months from the time of enrollment. For additional information about this program send an email to: indigenous.talent@ahs.ca This program, Home Care Health Care Aide, is in alignment with the Alberta Human Rights Act, Section 10.1, and we are seeking applications from Indigenous candidates for these positions. We encourage Indigenous applicants to self-identify. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team providing personal assistance including supporting activities of daily living and 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 position you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities assisting nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs, assisting with organized activities or programs and observing and reporting on a patient's mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under a regulated health professional you will be assisting in the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors, and maintaining effective communication with patients and health professionals.

Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire and active directory status on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Must provide a confirmation letter as proof of enrolment from the Directory at https://www.albertahcadirectory.com/health-care-aides/confirmation/. Nursing students currently enrolled in an approved Alberta nursing program who have successfully completed a minimum of 100 hours of practicum; and are either in their 1st year of practical nursing program; or 2nd year of baccalaureate nursing or psychiatric nursing program will be considered. Must attest to this compliance and provide proof of qualification.

If you are a caring, compassionate individual looking for a career as an HCA where you will receive paid post-secondary training, employment with AHS, and want to make an incredible difference in the lives of Albertans. Please contact indigenous.talent@ahs.ca for additional support with HCA Directory Status process, if needed. HCAs assist with routine care to patients and families in a variety of settings. You will be an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team and a valued member of the community. Strong communication and organization skills will help you in Long Term care.

Knowledge of local Indigenous communities and experience in Indigenous culture. Ability to understand and speak Cree, Dene or Michif. High degree of cultural competence as it relates to working with Indigenous people. Understand the politically sensitive nature of working with multiple culturally diverse individuals and groups.