Position Details
Position Status: Casual Location: Colonel Belcher, Complex Continuing Care (1st
Floor), Nursing BW Hours: 0 FTE: N/A Shift: Days/Evenings/Nights Shift Times:
0715-1530/1515-2330/2315-0730 Union: AUPE Aux Nursing Rate of Pay: $20.77
[http://20.77] - $26.02 [http://26.02] PCN: N/A
Date Competition Closes: September 18, 2025
The Opportunity
Position Summary:
Reporting directly to the Director of Care, the Health Care Aide (HCA) is an
unregulated member of the interprofessional health care team who provides
on-going client care. The HCA observes, monitors and reports on client
status/condition including changes in physical and emotional status. The HCA
ensures that changes in client status are reported to the Registered Nurse (RN)
and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
This position delivers prescribed medications accurately as per policy and
procedure. In keeping with Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care and
Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at
all times. Responsible for other related duties as required.
Program Summary:
Complex Mental Health Care — a program providing comprehensive care for adults
with complex behaviours, whose primary diagnosis includes mental illness,
dementia or other cognitive disorders.
Qualifications & Experience:
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High School Diploma or equivalent is required, plus graduation from an Alberta
Government recognized Health Care Aide program.
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Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English is required.
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Must be physically capable of managing the frequent lifting, transferring and
repositioning of clients.
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Active and current registration in the Alberta HCA Directory required.
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Related experience in a health care facility is an asset.
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Program specific training/experience is an asset.
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