This job posting is for a Health Care Aide position at Eastview Place in Altona, with Southern Health-Santé Sud. The successful candidate will provide support to residents/patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) under the direction of a team leader. The position requires adherence to established standards of practice and legislation.
Experience
One to two (1-2) years' experience working in a health care setting preferred.
One to two (1-2) years' experience preferably caring for elderly or disabled clients preferred.
Education
Minimum Grade 12.
Health Care Aide Certificate from recognized program.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute Care).
Qualifications and Skills
Knowledge of Confidentiality/privacy requirements following The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) legislation.
Knowledge of Workplace safety requirements following Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program (VPP) training and processes.
Knowledge of SCHIPP training and processes.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
Demonstrated ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as needed.
Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
Demonstrated ability to interact well with others.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in stressful environments.
Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population.
Proficiency of both official languages for designated bilingual positions.
