B Health Care Aide - Temporary Part Time BMT Darl DFMcKenzie Towne

Overview

About Age Care At Age Care, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Health Care Aide, reporting to Community Care RN Case Managers, provides personal care and performs selected tasks, within their knowledge and skill level, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory standards, policies and procedures. This role is part of the opportunity to support resident care.

• To respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken within decision making authority and/or concerns communicated to supervisor.
• To assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment, including residents/clients equipment, belongings, and nursing equipment.
• To observe and report to the Client Service Supervisor any concerns regarding clients safety, including the physical environment; implement interventions as directed by the supervisor and advocate on the client’s 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 organization s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Code of Conduct.

• 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.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!