Health Care Aide

Your Opportunity: St. Michael’s Health Centre offers compassionate continuing care to individuals with diverse needs in a warm, homelike setting. Our specialized programs support post-acute recovery following strokes, surgeries, or accidents, as well as individualized day programs designed to meet physical, social, and memory-related needs. We are committed to holistic care, with a strong emphasis on spiritual care, dementia support, and supported living. Our comprehensive services include post-acute rehabilitation, complex mental health care, dementia care, level 2 supported living, palliative care, and long-term care. Discover meaningful career opportunities at St. Michael’s Health Centre in Lethbridge and join our mission of excellence in Catholic healthcare. Apply today and become part of a compassionate community dedicated to enriching lives and making a lasting difference. Please note: Number of hours per shift and shifts per cycle is for information purposes only. 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: Dementia Care Primary Location: St. Michael's Health Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 27-AUG-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 06-SEP-2026 Temporary End Date: 31-MAR-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 5 Shifts per cycle: 25 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, 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: Minimum of 6 months of experience working with individuals with dementia or in a similar long-term care setting. Basic understanding of dementia care principles and techniques. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with residents and their families. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a care team. Ability to demonstrate patience, empathy, and professionalism in challenging situations. Preferred Qualifications: Additional training or certification in dementia care or related fields (e.g., Dementia Care Aide or Certified Dementia Practitioner). Certification or training in crisis management techniques, such as Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI). Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems, such as Connect Care. Skills in non-pharmacological interventions and behavior management techniques.

The Health Care Aide provides direct personal care and health support services to clients, assisting with activities of daily living and monitoring health status. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to ensure client safety, comfort, and dignity in alignment with care plans.

Candidates must be registered with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta and have at least 6 months of experience in dementia or long-term care. A basic understanding of dementia care principles and strong interpersonal skills are required.

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• Personal Care
• Dementia Care
• Patient Monitoring
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication
• Crisis Management
• Behavior Management
• Electronic Health Records
• Non-pharmacological Interventions
• Collaboration
• Empathy
• Professionalism

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

39 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level