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Health Care Aide Jobs in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba at Southern Health-Santé Sud

Title: Health Care Aide

Company: Southern Health-Santé Sud

Location: Portage la Prairie, Manitoba

Requisition ID:339138

Position Control #:

211-715921070-N253-41

Competition #:

SS-23-668

Posti ng End Date:

Open until filled

City:

Portage la Prairie

Site:

Southern Health-Santé Sud

Work Location:

Lions Prairie Manor

Department / Unit:

LPM

Job Stream:

Clinical Support

Union:

CUPE

Anticipated Start Date:

To be determined

FTE:

0.40

Anticipated Shift:

Days/Nights/Weekends

Daily Hours Worked:

7.75 hour shifts

Wage Rate:

As Per CUPE Collective Agreement

Position Summary:

Under the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders, the Health Care Aide assists residents and patients in meeting their personal activity of daily living needs as identified within an established care plan. Within the core values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence, care is provided according to SH-SS policies and procedures in meeting established standards of practice, including but not limited to professional standards of practice, Accreditation Canada Standards, Personal Care Home Standards, and legislative requirements.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate Medium level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Qualifications:

Minimum Grade 12

Health Care Aide Certificate from recognized program

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered

1 – 2 years’ experience working in a health care setting preferred

1 – 2 years’ experience preferably caring for elderly or disabled clients preferred

Demonstrated competencies with Southern Health-Santé Sud core values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence

Able to organize and prioritize assigned workload

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as needed

Able to read, write, speak and understand English

Able to interact well with others

Ability and willingness to work in stressful environments that may include aggressive and/or agitated individuals

Ability to provide care within a culturally appropriate manner

Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required

Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions

Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job

Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums

Good work and attendance record

Conditions of Employment:

Completes and maintains a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check, as appropriate.

All Health Care workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with Southern Health-Santé Sud policy.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

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