Health Care Aide - AgeCare Sandringham

Job summary

The Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs selected tasks under the direction of their supervisor. They respond to resident concerns, maintain a safe environment, and advocate for client safety.

Job details

The Opportunity The Health Care Aide (HCA) reporting to Community Care RN Case Managers provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and standards, policies and procedures. What You Will Do * To respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken within decision making authority and or concern communicated to supervisor; * To assist in maintaining a safe and cleanly environment, including residents/clients equipment , belongings, and nursing equipment; * To observe & report to the Client Service Supervisor any concerns regarding clients safety, including physical environment, implement interventions as directed by his/her supervisor & advocate on client behalf to ensure client safety is maintained; * To engage with other agencies involved in resident/client care as directed; * To attend in services to develop knowledge and skills; * To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); * To uphold and promote the organizations values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Code of Conduct. What You Will Need * Graduate of Health Care Aide program (or provincial equivalent certificate program with minimum 500 hours of theory & practicum) * Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting * Must possess strong written and oral communication skills * Demonstrated organizational and time management skills * Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills * Must have demonstrated sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care duties * Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended * Ability to perform tasks that are necessary for the position, e.g. lifting/transferring clients. * Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one. What We Offer * Great Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off. * Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement. * Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued. * Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents' lives. * Community Feel: Build strong connections with residents, their families, and your colleagues. * Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded. About Us For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs. What are you waiting for? If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and want to be part of a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you! Join AgeCare and help us create a warm and nurturing home for our residents. Apply today! At AgeCare, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Work Location: AgeCare Sandringham Address: 1650 Fort Street Victoria, BC V8R 1H9 Employment Type: Casual Wage Levelling Salary: $31.64 per hour

What you’ll do

The Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs selected tasks under the direction of their supervisor. They respond to resident concerns, maintain a safe environment, and advocate for client safety.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of a Health Care Aide program with experience working with seniors. Strong communication, organizational skills, and a current Vulnerable Sector Check are required.

Benefits

• Health Benefits
• Paid Time Off

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Personal Care
• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Focus
• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• First Aid
• Lifting
• Transferring

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services

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