Health care aide
AgeCare Communities of Care and Wellness based in Calgary, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Health care aide. AgeCare Communities of Care and Wellness is a leading provider of senior living and care services dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults. With a commitment to compassionate care and holistic wellness, they offer a range of housing options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and long-term care facilities. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: AgeCare Communities of Care and Wellness
Position: Health care aide
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $19.56 hourly for 30 to 40 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: 1729-90 Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2V 4S1
Shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, On Call, Flexible Hours, Early Morning, Morning
Work setting: Willing to relocate, nursing home/home for the aged
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience although having experience is an asset
Credentials: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate, First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate, Nursing Aide Certificate, Health Care Aide Certificate, and Personal Support Worker Certificate
Security and safety: Criminal record check, immunization records, tuberculosis test, and reference required
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be capable of performing repetitive tasks and demonstrate attention to detail
- The candidates should be able to stand for extended periods and be comfortable with a combination of sitting, standing, and walking
Candidate Status:
- Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
- Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
- If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to supply and empty bedpans, take patients’ blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, and serve meal trays and feed patients
- The candidates should be able to weigh, lift, turn, and position patients, make beds and maintain patients’ rooms, and bathe, dress, and groom patients
- The candidates should be able to transport patients in a wheelchair or stretcher, collect specimens, and accompany patients on outside recreational activities, performing other duties related to patient care and comfort
- The candidates should be able to administer first aid in emergency situations, provide personal care and companionship, and perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
- The candidates should be able to launder clothing and household linens, administer bedside and personal care, and feed or assist in feeding
- The candidates should be able to assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, disability benefits, health care plan, vision care benefits, financial benefits as per collective agreement, life insurance, and other benefits
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details
By email
healthcare@ajccanada.com
By mail
1729-90 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB
T2V 4S1
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!