Looking for a Health Care Aides for clients in Edmonton (Argyll area) and Sherwood Park area.
Required availability: Monday to Saturday mornings 8:30-10:30AM, Fridays 11:30AM-1:30PM ( additional shift following the 8:30-10:30AM shift), and Sunday to Friday evenings 6:30-8:30PM - every other weekend off.
*Applicants must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to be able to commute to clients home*
Company description
Forever Home Senior Care is a family owned and operated business that provides Seniors with in-home care, so that they can remain comfortably in their own home for as long as possible.
Job description
Job Description – Health Care Aid
Place of Employment: Client homes, work sites outside of the client home as required and other work sites as required by management.
Accountable to Operations Coordinator or Nurse-in-Charge.
Job Summary: The HCA is a front line position acting as a representative of the company and providing the services offered by the company. The HCA duties are not limited to those listed as the position has a wide scope of duties at times dependent on the client and always under the auspices of the company. The HCA will mostly work independently of co-workers or supervisors and therefore must balance good judgement and initiative along with the policies of the company.
It should be noted that emphasis is for the HCA to involve the client in the care program to help provide the client with the basic standards of healthy living as follows:
- Physical Activity
- Mental Stimulation
- Personal Contact
- Independence
- Nutrition
- Relaxation
- Humour
- Dignity
Work Hours: This position may require various shifts at various times (including nights, weekends) in one or more work sites.
Duties: The following list of duties is a guideline of possible duties to be performed independently or as a group of duties in the course of working with the client. The HCA duties are not limited to those listed
Companionship
Providing customers with a strong sense of self-esteem and independence. Taking a genuine interest in the client, their life and their environment will help create true sense of companionship. Whether it is playing a favourite board game or card game, reading, taking a stroll or visiting with friends and neighbours, companionship provides the depth of our services.
Housekeeping, Laundry, and Pet Care
The HCA will provide dusting, washing hardwood and flooring, vacuuming carpets and furniture, changing bedding, scrubbing the bathroom; pre-washing, washing, drying, ironing and folding laundry; defrosting refrigerators/freezers; cleaning ovens/stoves and china cabinets; caring for house plants; taking out garbage and general tidying of living spaces as required or requested. It also includes caring for pets including grooming, feeding, exercising, walking, playing, cleaning up after the pet.
Personal Care
This including assisting with grooming needs such as hair care, shaving, cleaning teeth/dentures; supervising or assisting with tub baths, showers, sponge baths, and bed baths; assisting with dressing and undressing; assisting with mobilization activities including turning, transferring, exercising, and walking; assisting with toilet and/or commode needs; assisting with eating or feeding; monitoring vital signs such as blood pressures, pulse and respiration. It also includes reminding the client to take their prescription medications. It does not include cutting of toenails or fingernails, changing dressings, or administering medications unless specifically delegated by the supervising nurse.
Kitchen Work
Grocery shopping, preparing menus and meals, cooking, baking, serving, assisting with eating, washing and drying dishes and general tidying up is included.
Transportation and Escort
A HCA may drive their car and transport a client to an appointment or errand if the HCA has written authorization from the company to do so. The HCA may also escort the client to appointments or errands providing a helping hand or shoulder to lean on.
Qualifications:
1. Health Care Aide certificate along with Health Care Aide registration through CLHA with proof of Professional Liability Insurance
2. Experience working with seniors
3. Current CPR and First Aid
4. Vulnerable Sector police check required
5. Valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation
6. Ability to work independently.
7. Able to work in a stressful environment.
8. Must be physically and mentally fit to handle the demands of care giving.
9. Truly passionate about providing excellent care
10. Enthusiasm about promoting and maintaining health
11. Well-developed interpersonal skills
12. Attention to detail and a willingness to go the extra mile for your clients
13. A positive attitude
14. Respectful and reliable
General Notes:
The HCA will be required to maintain a safe working environment for themselves and their clients. There may be emergency situations where the HCA will have to react quickly with sound judgement. The scope of duties described in this document may not include all duties to be performed by the HCA and is subject to change.
Pay: From $19.48 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
Application question(s):
- I'm available Monday to Saturday mornings 8:30-10:30AM, Fridays 11:30AM-1:30PM (additional shift following the 8:30-10:30AM shift), and Sunday to Friday evenings 6:30-8:30PM? Yes or no? Please provide more details on your availability (every other weekend will be off)
- I have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle and am willing to travel to clients homes? Yes or No. Must answer this question (Clients located in Edmonton (Argyll area and Sherwood Park area).
- I'm registered with the CLHA and hold professional liability insurance?
Experience:
- Health Care Aide: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Health Care Aide Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person
