Health Care Aide

Job summary

Provide physical, psychological, and emotional care for children and youths on a 27-bed pediatric unit. Support activities of daily living and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to maintain a safe environment and follow patient care plans.

Job details

Your Opportunity: Make a difference in the lives of children and families by joining the Unit 4 team at Alberta Children’s Hospital. Unit 4 is a 27-bed unit accepting patients from birth to 18 years of age. Patient populations on Unit 4 can include general pediatric medicine, general surgery, trauma, brain injury, orthopedics, plastic surgery, endocrinology, metabolics, eating disorders, mental health and overflow oncology. As a Unit 4 HCA, and under the supervision of an approved Health Care Provider, you will provide ongoing supervision and care for the physical, psychological, and emotional/ social needs of children, youths and families admitted to Unit 4 within a framework of Patient/Family Centered Care. Unit 4 provides a variety of opportunities for growth and learning in an engaging pediatric care environment. The successful candidate will be able to develop a variety of pediatric skills while working in a supportive learning environment. All required information including skills, abilities, competencies, and professional development must be provided in your current cover letter and resume. The incumbent may be required to work in other care areas of the hospital as needed. Description: As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement. Classification: Health Care Aide Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Alberta Children’s Hospital Unit 4 - Acute Care Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 21-SEP-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 01-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 30-APR-2027 Hours per Shift: 11.08 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 42 Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $26.43 Maximum Salary: $29.58 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire. Additional Required Qualifications: Current CPR-BCLS. Current N95 fit testing. Non-violence crisis intervention (NVCI) course. Demonstrated proficiency with computers (i.e., Connect Care, Microsoft Office including emails). Must consistently demonstrate AHS’ core values. Minimum one year experience within the last five working in some capacity with children. Experience working within an interdisciplinary team. Previous experience in a health care environment. Ability to work under time constraints, within fast paced changing environments. Ability to communicate fluently both verbal and written in English. Ability to work as a member of a team and to request and accept direction as required. Previous experience in working with mental health and/or eating disorder patients. Exceptional organizational, time management, and prioritization skills are preferred. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated strong flexibility and adaptability skills. Exceptional interpersonal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication styles to meet the varied needs of children, families and colleagues. A compassionate and caring attitude that conveys compassion, respect, and dignity for all people. Demonstrated initiative, accountability and problem-solving ability within the scope of the role.

What you’ll do

Provide physical, psychological, and emotional care for children and youths on a 27-bed pediatric unit. Support activities of daily living and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to maintain a safe environment and follow patient care plans.

Requirements

Requires HCA certification or eligibility for registration with the CLHA and current CPR-BCLS and N95 fit testing. Candidates must have at least one year of experience working with children and proficiency in computer systems like Connect Care.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• crisis intervention · Preferred
• Mental Health Support · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Pediatric Care
• Patient/Family Centered Care
• Activities Of Daily Living Support
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Crisis Intervention
• Patient Observation
• Time Management
• Interpersonal Communication
• Mental Health Support
• Eating Disorder Care
• Connect Care
• Microsoft Office

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services