Health Care Aide

**Who we are**:
The Brenda Strafford Foundation (BSF) is dedicated to our mission to optimize well-being and enrich people’s lives through a comprehensive and diverse range of services including: Aging Care & Senior Living; Community Supports; International Healthcare; and Research & Innovation. Putting people first is a way of life at BSF. It’s in our values. And it’s fundamental to the way we do things - ‘The BSF Way.’ By realizing the individual needs of our residents, clients, and families, we all play a role and make a difference in the preservation of dignity and the pursuit of happiness for those we serve.

Locally, BSF owns and operates five continuing care sites in Calgary and Okotoks. A team of approximately 1,500 employees provide exceptional person-centered care and services with a focus on prioritizing quality of life and high-quality care to more than 1,000 older adults and their families within our Aging Care and Seniors Living communities.

BSF also plays a crucial role in the prevention of domestic violence and homelessness through local community support programs. BSF’s Heart Home Network operates a second stage (post-emergency) shelter in Calgary providing a safe housing environment and essential services to support women and children at risk of family violence to transition back into the community.

**Multiple Job Opportunities - Part-time and as Casual**

**Job overview**:
Tudor Manor is looking for the next great addition to our team The Health Care Aide is a member of a multi-disciplinary team and is responsible for providing direct care to assist in the activities of daily living, comfort, and safety of the resident and indirect services to support the overall provision of care in their assigned area.

Some of the primary responsibilities include demonstrating awareness and understanding of the resident's needs. Observing and reporting unusual signs/symptoms and incidences to the professional nursing staff and providing timely information to the supervising professional regarding observed changes in physical, mental, or emotional status/behaviour of the residents. Participating in the Care Plan for the resident; recognize challenges related to vision, hearing, speech, and language and adapt the practice minimizing these challenges. Documenting all care provided and behaviors noted on the appropriate forms and in the Point of Care (POC) system; promoting a healthy and safe practice environment - recognizing safety issues and reporting them immediately.

**Qualifications**:
Our team members not only have the right skills and knowledge for the job, they are also passionate about the Mission, Vision, and Values of The Foundation. We expect all of our team members to:

- Embrace a culture of Resident and Family-Centered Care;
- Take pride in providing the highest standard of care, service, and safety;
- Engage and collaborate with residents, families, and team members;
- Act with compassion, empathy, and understanding towards each other and those we care for.

**The Health Care Aide must demonstrate**:

- Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion;
- Superior organizational and time management skills;
- Strong communication skills in person, in writing, and over the phone;
- Leadership; attentiveness to detail; flexibility and resourcefulness;
- Team building and problem-solving skills.

**Required education and experience**:

- Graduate of a Government of Alberta approved Health Care Aide program;
- Registration with the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory;
- CPR Heart Saver Certificate;
- Experience in geriatric, rehabilitation, or long-term care nursing desirable;

**We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.**

The Brenda Strafford Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: From $23.89 per hour

Expected hours: 8 - 24 per week

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift

**Experience**:

- Health Care Aide: 1 year (required)
- Long Term Care: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person