Health Care Aide

Job Description

Requisition ID: 392279

City: Winnipeg

Site: Simkin Centre

Work Location:

Department / Unit: Nursing

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: CUPE

FTE: .4

Hiring Status: Permanent

Anticipated Shift: Days

Salary: $22.512, $23.172, $23.851, $24.553, $25.275, $26.019

Welcome to our home Above all else, that's what The Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre is—a home. It's a sparkling, 200-bed facility in south Winnipeg where people who can no longer live independently come to live their remaining years in dignity and with professional care, in a robust and friendly social environment steeped in Yiddishkeit.

The Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre is a not-for-profit, government-funded facility that honours Jewish values and traditions while welcoming seniors of all backgrounds.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you are treated with respect and are part of a robust employee culture? We offer many employee benefits including an EAP program, HEPP Pension, HEB Health & Dental benefits, generous compensation, on site cafe with subsidized pricing and many staff recognition events.

We Offer:

Affordable staff meals in our onsite cafe
Regular Staff Appreciation events
Employee Assistance Program
HEPP Pension
HEB Benefits including Health & Dental

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Care, Unit/Charge Nurse, or Licensed Practical Nurse and in accordance with The Simkin Centre's mission statement and policies and procedures, the HCA provides personal care to residents with empathy, maintains a supportive and safe environment, carries out routine treatments and assists with cleaning of equipment and work areas.
Performs all duties in accordance with established health and safety regulations/guidelines, policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Successful completion of Grade 10.
Health Care Aide Certificate.
Must successfully pass a pre-hire screening test.

Skills & Experience

Two years experience as a Health Care Aide.
Ability to communicate effectively with all contacts.
Ability to perform assigned duties accurately and efficiently with minimum supervision.
Effective interpersonal relationships demonstrated in carrying out duties.
Able to meet time deadlines for completion of work assignments and reports.
Good physical and mental health to meet the demands of the position; ability to lift 51 lbs.
Ability to follow directions as per use of supplies and safe use of equipment.

Other

Must have a good performance and attendance record.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Please submit resume on the WRHA career site or email to