Health Care Aide

AB
On-site
Posted Nov 12, 2026
1 position

$26.43–$29.58 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Posting language: English

Job summary

Provide direct personal care and health support in accordance with care plans, scope of practice, and delegated tasks. Assist with daily living, monitor and report changes in clients’ health or behavior, and support their comfort, safety, dignity, and overall well-being.

Job details

Your Opportunity: Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of Alberta’s Top Employers for the past decade with one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. Right in the heart of downtown, the Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre supports nearly 500 people every day with long-term, subacute, complex care and hospice/palliative services. It’s a warm and caring community surrounded by everyday conveniences like grocery stores, restaurants, personal services and public transportation options. If you are a relationship builder that enjoys providing compassionate care to patients and families, you will find purpose here. Our team provides an array of care, support and education to help improve the quality of life for every patient we serve. We are looking for people who are reliable and accountable for their role, have strong emotional resilience and a passion for team-based environments. Your experience is integral in delivering exceptional patient care, supporting a diverse community and living out Covenant Health’s core values every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta! Description: The Health Care Aide (HCA) is a regulated health professional who provides direct personal care and health support services to clients across the lifespan, in accordance with their scope of practice, regulatory standards, and government legislation. Functional supervision is provided by a member of the nursing team and may occur directly or indirectly in accordance with client needs, care context, and regulatory standards. Working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team the HCA provides care in alignment with documented care plans and assigned or delegated tasks, delivering assistance with activities of daily living, monitoring and reporting changes in health status, and supporting the physical, emotional, psychosocial and behavioural well being of clients. HCAs attend to clients¿ comfort, engagement, and safety by recognizing changes in behaviour, responsiveness, participation, or signs of distress, and by promptly sharing observations with the appropriate team member. They play a vital role in promoting comfort, dignity, and continuity of care, and demonstrate flexibility in responding to the needs of clients and the care team. HCAs actively engage in continuous improvement through feedback, self-reflection, and learning opportunities. The role requires initiative, openness to growth, and a strong commitment to professionalism, responsibility, and accountability. This includes intentionally living Covenant¿s values in day-to-day practice and reflecting them in decision-making, client interactions, teamwork, and the overall approach to care. Classification: Health Care Aide Union: COV AUPE AUX Unit and Program: 11Y Seniors Care EGCCC Primary Location: Edmonton General EGCCC Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.54 Posting End Date: 20-NOV-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 09-DEC-2026 Hours per Shift: 6.00, 7.50 Length of Shift in weeks: 5 Shifts per cycle: 17 Shift Pattern: Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $26.43 Maximum Salary: $29.58 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Must be registered with and hold a valid practice permit from College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) prior to commencing employment. Additional Required Qualifications: Strong communication and compassionate patient-centered approach. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a care team. Preferred Qualifications: Recent experience in Continuing Care. Connect Care experience. Dementia-specific education (e.g., Supportive Pathways or equivalent) grounded in person-centered care and responsive approaches to dementia-related behaviors.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must be registered with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta and hold a valid practice permit before starting employment. Strong communication, a compassionate patient-centered approach, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are required; continuing care experience, Connect Care experience, and dementia-specific education are preferred.