Health Care Assistant
3 weeks ago
**Job Summary**
**Duties**
- Provide direct patient care, including assistance with personal hygiene, grooming, and dressing.
- Assist with meal preparation and ensure that dietary needs are met for each patient.
- Support patients with mobility challenges by providing physical assistance and encouragement.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients by following health and safety protocols.
- Document patient progress and report any concerns to nursing staff or healthcare providers.
- Engage with patients to provide companionship and emotional support, enhancing their quality of life.
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to develop personalized care plans for each patient.
**Requirements**:
- Previous experience in patient care, hospice care, or senior care is preferred but not mandatory.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to work compassionately with individuals who have disabilities or require special assistance.
- Basic knowledge of caregiving practices, including meal preparation and personal hygiene techniques.
- Graduate of an accredited College with credentials/certification.
- Must be able to pass background checks as required by healthcare regulations.
- First Aid Certification.
Join our team as a Healthcare Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve
**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $25.92-$27.92 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Additional pay:
- Overtime pay
**Benefits**:
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
**Education**:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-01-15
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