Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA)

Health Care Aide

Lac du Bonnet, MB
On-site
Posted Nov 3, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Apr 8, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Provide and assist with care that meets residents’ personal needs, following established policies and procedures and working under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. Contribute to the care process through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in a dynamic care environment.

Job details

Requisition ID: 414337 Position Number: HCALDBPCH_06 City: Lac du Bonnet Employer: Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority Site: Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority - Lac du Bonnet Personal Care Home Department / Unit: Long Term Care Job Stream: Clinical Support Union: MGEU Anticipated Start Date - End Date: Indefinite Term FTE: 1.00 Anticipated Shift: Days; Evenings Salary: As per collective agreement Indefinite Term - subject to a minimum notice of 24 hours The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority delivers health-care services on First Nation Treaty Territories 1, 2, 3 and 5 and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect that First Nations treaties were made on these territories, acknowledge harms and mistakes, and we dedicate ourselves to collaborate in partnership with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in the spirit of reconciliation. Position Summary: The Health Care Aide is a member of the health care team, working under the direction of the Registered Nurse and /or Licensed Practical Nurse. The Health Care Aide is responsible for performing and assisting with duties related to meeting client/patient/resident personal needs in accordance with the established policies and procedures. The Health Care Aide must be able to function effectively in a dynamic and demanding environment utilizing nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. The position of Health Care Aide functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Interlake – Eastern Regional Health Authority. Qualifications: Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized Educational Institute. Current certification in BCLS (excludes Personal Care Home). Demonstrates understanding of the role of the Health Care Aide within a health care setting Knowledge of the techniques and procedures of patient/resident care related to activities of daily living. Knowledge of safe patient handling techniques. Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program training and processes. Acknowledgement of the infinite value of human life, respecting the rights of all individuals to live and die with dignity. Knowledge and understanding of dementia care (Not a requirement in the Acute Care setting). Knowledge and understanding of the Resident Bill of Rights (PCH program). Mandatory education sessions as set out by the program. Previous related experience in health care setting preferred. For dialysis positions, previous related experience in renal health care setting preferred. (See Appendix A). Ability to understand and follow verbal and written communication. Demonstrates interpersonal skills through clear communication and positive behavior within the Respectful Workplace Policy. Ability to work with minimal supervision.Ability to organize and prioritize tasks. Ability to recognize and purse self-development opportunities. Ability to respect and promote confidentiality. Ability to respect and promote a cultural diverse population. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to work in an environment that promotes and is conducive to pets where applicable. Mental and physical ability to meet the demands of the job. Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions. Completes and maintains a satisfactory pre-employment security check.Satisfactory employment record. Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of department, site, program and or classification. As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment. The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people at all levels within our workforce. We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process. Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions. The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.

What you’ll do

Requirements

A recognized Health Care Aide certificate is required; current BCLS certification is required except for Personal Care Home positions. Candidates should understand patient and resident care, safe handling, confidentiality, and teamwork, and be able to communicate clearly, prioritize tasks, and meet the role’s mental and physical demands; related experience is preferred.