Health Care Aide

Job summary

The Health Care Aide will provide personal care, meal preparation, and medication assistance to seniors in their homes. They will also facilitate social engagement and assist with daily errands and activities.

Job details

Are you looking for a different experience working as a HCA? One where you are more then just a number... We are looking for Health Care Aides to join our team! At Home Instead we value our team and celebrate their contributions. At Home Instead, taking care of seniors is personal to us - you will care for the health and well-being of seniors who need help with daily tasks and activities. Seniors may need help because of an injury, mobility or memory issues, illnesses, or chronic conditions making everyday chores more challenging. Care Giver Responsibilities: * Personal care (grooming, toileting, bathing, and dressing) * Planning and preparing meals * Medication reminders and assistance * Errands such as grocery shopping and doctor’s appointments * Dementia Care * Planning activities and helping clients remain socially engaged What We Provide: * Paid training by experienced trainers (training is required regardless of experience) * Ongoing, 24/7 support from the Home Instead team * Competitive hourly wages * Ongoing client assignments – see the same clients on a regular basis * Care Giver referral bonus program Care Giver Requirements - please do not apply if you do not meet these requirements: * Must have a dedicated vehicle and a valid Class 5 driver’s license * Must live in Calgary, Alberta or surrounding areas * Great written and verbal communication skills, in English * Consistent, non-flexible availability * Clear Criminal Background check AND Vulnerable Sector Check Apply if you are ready to join us in making a difference in seniors’ lives!

What you’ll do

The Health Care Aide will provide personal care, meal preparation, and medication assistance to seniors in their homes. They will also facilitate social engagement and assist with daily errands and activities.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license and a dedicated vehicle to serve clients in Calgary. Applicants are required to have excellent English communication skills and must pass a criminal background and vulnerable sector check.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Ongoing support
• Competitive hourly wages
• Referral bonus program

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Dementia care · Preferred
• Personal Care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Personal care
• Meal preparation
• Medication reminders
• Dementia care
• Communication skills
• Time management
• Driving
• Toileting
• Chronic Diseases
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Dementia Care
• English Language
• Personal Care
• Verbal Communication Skills

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Health Care Aide
• Home Health Aide
• Home-based Personal Care Workers
• Home Health Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides

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