Health Care Aide

Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.
ROLE PURPOSE
This position will provide assistance to residents with activities of daily living, medication assistance and tasks as may be delegated. The Health Care Aide performs their role in accordance with competency guidelines within the Professional Standards outlined by the appropriate provincial licensing body and the current legislative scope of practice.
STATUS AND CLASSIFICATION
Unionized; this position requires union membership. This position is open to applicants of all genders.
HOURS (MULTIPLE LINES AVAILABLE)
- Wednesday to Saturday, 1600-0000 (32 hours per week)
- Sunday to Tuesday, 1600-0000, Friday to Saturday, 0800-1600 (40 hours per week)
- Sunday to Thursday, 0800-1600 (40 hours per week)

WHAT WE OFFER?
- Committed Living Wage Employer
- 2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC
- 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
- Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
- Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
- Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
- Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
- Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports and is accountable to the Program Manager or their designate
- Function as a multi-disciplinary team member
- Establish and maintain good interpersonal relations with residents, staff, visitors and volunteers, by displaying tact, courtesy and patience
- Respect and maintain the spirit, dignity and individuality of residents and their families
- Liaises with the staff and managers of Connective as necessary

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Provide direct assistance and support to residents as required (both scheduled and unscheduled), for assistance with all essential activities of daily living including:

- Hygiene support and grooming needs
- Mobility as needed
- Dinner Service, cutting food, escorting to the table
- Support services, including cueing and reminders
- Aiding with potentially soiled laundry and/or bedding
- Following the established resident comprehensive service plan, at all times working with the resident regarding preferred times, and method of service assistance
- Maintain records required regarding resident care, medication management, changes to care and support needs, and resident refusals for established routines
- Provides input regarding resident support requirements and discuss changes with Program Manager and Team
- Observes residents and their environments, and report any changes and concerns
- Perform delegated tasks once receiving training by Registered Nurse and demonstrating competence in the performance of the task
- Provide companionship to isolated residents, and maintain knowledge of all activities being provided, facilitate and encourage resident participation
- Facilitate the transition for new residents to the Residence, helping them to learn about their new housing environment, the services and resources available
- Interact with residents in a manner that respects their individual rights and dignity, ensuring privacy and confidentiality are maintained at all times
- Coordinating transfers to and from hospital
- Provide unscheduled housekeeping assistance as required
- Assist residents with personal laundry as requested
- Assist residents to access the dining room, and provide take away meals as directed by the Program Manager
- Attend staff in-service and continuing education programs, and approved work-related conferences and seminars
- Have an awareness of the Contractors concerns, laws, and policies related to the specific residence program
- Perform other related duties as required

WORKING CONDITIONS
- Function independently, while remaining a crucial member of the support team
- Carry out significant amounts of lifting, bending, stooping and stretching
- Work within a social model approach
- Handle confidential/sensitive material with integrity and discretion
- Adhere to Connective’s policies and procedures
- Be available to work flexible hours during the daytime, evenings, and weekends based on operational needs and requirements

QUALIFICATIONS
- Diploma in a related human/social service field with one-year related experience
- Health Care Aide or Community Health Worker certificate is preferred
- Experience working with seniors, preferably in a home or community setting

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Ability to successfully complete a Criminal Records Check
- Current Emer