Foreign Workers Needed For Health Care Aide Jobs in Alberta

Job Title: Health Care Aide (HCA) NW/SW
Company: Saige Homecare
Location: Calgary, AB
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Saige Homecare is a well-established home care agency with over a decade of experience serving the Calgary community. Our commitment to Nurse-Managed, Client-Centered Care ensures a professional and compassionate approach for every client. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Health Care Aides (HCA) to join our team in providing essential care and companionship to our clients in Calgary’s North and South areas.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care based on the client’s custom care plan.
• Support daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and peri care.
• Assist with medication administration and meal preparation.
• Offer companionship and promote social engagement.
• Monitor and report health changes to Nurse Managers.
• Document care activities through a mobile home care app.
• Perform light housekeeping and assist with appointments or outings.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and team members to achieve care goals.

Requirements for Employment

• Health Care Aide Certification or equivalent education.
• Registration on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory.
• Valid HCP/BLS CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• A Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check within the last 6 months (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to client homes.

Benefits

• Competitive wages based on experience and education.
• Flexible schedules tailored to your availability.
• 24-hour On-Call support.
• Ongoing free training in specialized care areas by Registered Nurses.
• Rewards for career milestones.
• A respectful and supportive working environment.

Personal Suitability

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A compassionate and patient demeanor.
• Dependability and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptability to meet diverse client needs.

Work Environment

• Typically work in clients’ homes or community care facilities.
• Collaborative and team-oriented environment.
• Requires physical and emotional resilience.
• Flexible schedules to meet diverse client needs.

Skills and Knowledge Needed

• Expertise in personal care and hygiene support.
• Knowledge of medication assistance and meal preparation.
• Proficiency in documenting care activities using modern tools.
• Understanding of safety protocols and infection control.

Education and Certification Requirements

• Completion of a Health Care Aide Certification program.
• Registration with the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory.
• Valid CPR Certification (HCP/BLS level).
• Ongoing training and professional development are an asset.

Who Can Apply
Canadian citizens, permanent or temporary residents of Canada, and candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit are welcome to apply.

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website

Source: Careerjet