Health Care Aide (HCA - 20.26.06)

Hours of Work :Biweekly Sat. 8a-8p (12 hrs. biweekly) HCA (CR20) The Job Responsibilities are as follows: * Following client care plan and delivering high quality client care. * Preparing meals and snacks for clients according to the meal plan. * Using Catalyst system while providing assistance with medications to clients on time according to Excel Policies and procedures and checking/receiving medication that arrive while on shift. * Performing general household duties and maintenance such cleaning, vacuuming, and laundry; and also outside maintenance such as shovelling snow, cutting grass, and gardening. * Maintaining/updating all required documentation such as scorecards, medical records, etc. * Assisting clients with hygiene and personal care. * Providing emotional support to clients and using de-escalation techniques to support clients. * Supporting and assisting clients in maintaining appointments, activities, or programs. * Monitoring client wellbeing, physical and mental condition closely and reporting concerns to supervisor. Accompanying clients to appointments as necessary. * Liaising with families, guardians, professionals and other resource members of the client(s)’ support network, communicating relevant client information to other team members. Requirements: * HCA certificate from an institution recognized by Alberta health Services as evidenced through enrolment in the CLHA Directory is mandate. * Active registration and licensed with CLHA is required. * Maintain certification in First Aid and CPR Level C. * Satisfactory current criminal record check.

Deliver high-quality client care by following care plans, assisting with hygiene, and managing medications. Perform household duties and provide emotional support while monitoring and reporting on client wellbeing.

Must possess an HCA certificate recognized by Alberta Health Services and active registration with the CLHA. Current First Aid/CPR Level C certification and a satisfactory criminal record check are required.

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• Client Care
• Meal Preparation
• Medication Administration
• Household Maintenance
• Documentation
• Personal Care
• Emotional Support
• De-escalation Techniques
• Client Monitoring
• Interdisciplinary Communication

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

6 hours per week