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Health Care Aide – Home Care Program – T4 Transcona Access Jobs in Winnipeg – Manitoba at Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Title: Health Care Aide – Home Care Program – T4 Transcona Access
Company: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Location: Winnipeg – Manitoba
Category: Healthcare, Social Work
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Requisition :361190
Position Number:
Posting End Date:June 21, 2024
City:Winnipeg
Employer:Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Site:WRHA Community Health Services – Winnipeg Community
Job Stream:Clinical
Union:CUPE
Anticipated
Start Date:ASAP
FTE:0.75
Anticipated Shift:Days
Work Arrangement:In Person
Annual Base
Hours:2080
Rotation Calendar:
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Wk 2
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Position Overview
The Health Care Aide (HCA) may work in a variety of settings including community (clients’ homes, assisted/supportive living), health care centers, and hospitals assisting patients/residents/clients with activities of daily living with the goal of supporting independence while providing comprehensive care and treatment.
The job specification sets out the overall general duties and responsibilities of the HCA and recognizes that responsibilities may vary dependent on the setting where the HCA works.
Main Function:
Under the general supervision of the Manager or designate, the Health Care Aide (HCA) assists clients/patients/ residents with activities of daily living, providing direct client/patient/resident care, within established standards of care, policies and procedures. The HCA functions in meeting the special and changing needs of clients/patients/residents and assisting them in reaching and maintaining optimum health and independence within the limits of their abilities.
The HCA demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/site/program.
Experience
Experience providing care to individuals with physical or cognitive impairments is preferred.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
Successful completion of a recognized Health Care Aide course required.
SPECIAL TRAINING:
May vary depending on the service delivery area.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
HCAs working in a community setting are required to have a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and/or willingness to travel year-round.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Training and/or maintenance of competence may be required in some settings.
Qualifications and Skills
Ability to provide safe, effective, personal care in a manner that considers each individual’s need for comfort, privacy, andrespect.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients/patients/residents, families, and co-workers; both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to applycritical thinkingskills.
General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of the position.
Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
Basic computer skills: MS Word and Outlook.
Experience with an electronic charting system may be preferred in some settings.
Ability to respond to a variety of…
