Health Care Aide - AgeCare James Bay

About Us

At AgeCare, 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 Opportunity:

The Health Care Aide, reporting to Community Care RN Case Managers, provides personal care and performs selected tasks that are within their knowledge and skill under the direction of their supervisor, while adhering to regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.

What You Will Do:

• Respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action is taken within decision-making authority or concern is communicated to the supervisor.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment, including residents' equipment, belongings, and nursing equipment.
• Observe and report to the Client Service Supervisor any concerns regarding client safety, including the physical environment, implement interventions as directed by the supervisor, and advocate on client behalf to ensure safety is maintained.
• Engage with other agencies involved in resident/client care as directed.
• Attend in-services to develop knowledge and skills.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct.

What You Will Need:

• Graduate of Health Care Aide program (or provincial equivalent with minimum 500 hours of theory & practicum).
• Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills.
• Sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care duties.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended.
• Ability to perform tasks necessary for the position, e.g., lifting/transferring clients.
• Complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or willingness to obtain one.

Wage Levelling Salary: $29.83 per hour. If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect, and compassion, come join us!