Health Care Aide

Position Overview Under the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders, the Health Care Aide (HCA) provides support and assistance to residents/patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as identified in the care plan. The HCA works to the full scope of practice and engages in education and certifications to maintain competency. Person‑centered care is provided according to established standards of practice, including but not limited to Accreditation Canada Standards, Personal Care Home Standards, and legislative requirements. The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values of Southern Health‑Santé Sud. Qualifications & Experience One to two (1-2) years' experience working in a health care setting preferred. One to two (1-2) years' experience preferably caring for elderly or disabled clients. Grade 12 education required or equivalent. Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute Care). Proficiency of both official languages is essential (English/French). Knowledge of confidentiality/privacy requirements following The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) legislation. Knowledge of Workplace safety requirements following Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS). Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program (VPP) training and processes. Knowledge of SCHIPP training and processes. Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload. Demonstrated ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as needed. Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Demonstrated ability to interact well with others. Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in stressful environments which may include aggressive and/or agitated individuals. Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required. Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums. Good work and attendance record. For French‑speaking candidates: Compétences dans les deux langues officielles (français et anglais) sont essentielles. Connaissance des exigences en matière de confidentialité et de respect de la vie privée conformément à la loi sur les renseignements médicaux personnels (PHIA) et à la loi sur l’accès à l’information et la protection de la vie privée (FIPPA). Connaissance des exigences en matière de sécurité sur le lieu de travail, conformément au système d’information sur les matières dangereuses utilisées au travail (SIMDUT). Connaissance de la formation et des processus du programme de prévention de la violence (VPP). Connaissance de la formation et des processus du programme de sécurité dans la manipulation des clients et de prévention de blessures (SCHIPP). Capacité d’organiser la charge de travail attribuée et d’établir des priorités. Capacité de travailler en équipe et de demander de l’aide, au besoin. Compétences démontrées en communication orale et écrite. Capacité de lire, d’écrire, de parler et de comprendre la langue anglaise. Capacité d’interagir convenablement avec d’autres personnes. Capacité et volonté de travailler dans des milieux stressants dans lesquels il peut y avoir des personnes agressives et/ou agitées. Capacité requise à respecter et à promouvoir une population culturellement diversifiée étant donné la diversité culturelle de notre région. Capacité démontrée à respecter la confidentialité de l’information, qu’elle soit dans des documents papier, électroniques ou sous toutes autres formes. Bons antécédents de travail et d’assiduité. Acquisition de la certification de Soins immédiats en réanimation (SIR) (Soins actifs). Physical Requirements Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job. No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions. May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary. May be required to travel to other regional facilities if required by the duties of the position. Additional Information Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health‑Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, the organization is committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French‑speaking communities. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position. Southern Health‑Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of the workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application. Completes and maintains a satisfactory criminal record check, victim‑in‑distress and adult abuse registry check, child abuse registry check, and vulnerability status check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. Please include three work‑related references with your application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance. Southern Health‑Santé Sud requires all health care workers to be vaccinated. #J-18808-Ljbffr