Winnipeg Regional Health Authority·Vita, Manitoba
Provide support and assistance to residents and patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) under the direction of nursing leadership. Ensure person-centered care is delivered according to established standards and legislative requirements.
Requisition ID: 403608
Position Number: 236-715921070N253-23
Posting End Date: Open Until Filled
Employer: Southern Health-Santé Sud
Site: Home Care Program
Union: CUPE
Department/Unit: Personal Care Home
Work Location: Home Care – Vita
City: Vita
Hiring Status: Permanent
0.50
Employment arrangement: In Person
7.75
Anticipated shift: Days; Evenings; Weekends
Annual base hours: 2015
Anticipated Start Date: As mutually agreed upon
$23.19 - $27.34
Find your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santé Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives.
Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world.
Be part of the Southern Health-Santé Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Join a region that offers a lifestyle like no other – a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family.
Under the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders, the Health Care Aide (HCA) provides support and assistance to residents/patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as identified in the care plan. The HCA works to full scope of practice and engages in education and certifications to maintain competency. Person-centered care is provided according to established standards of practice, including but not limited to, Accreditation Canada Standards, Personal Care Home Standards, and legislative requirements.
The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.
Experience
One to two (1-2) years’ experience working in a health care setting preferred.
One to two (1-2) years’ experience preferably caring for elderly or disabled clients preferred.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
Minimum Grade 12.
Health Care Aide Certificate from recognized program.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.
Southern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.
Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.
Please include three work-related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.
Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French-speaking communities within Southern Health-Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.
Please be advised that job competitions for union represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
Requires a Grade 12 education and a Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and a satisfactory criminal record check are mandatory.
Market context
Health care aide positions in Manitoba are typically in steady demand across long-term care, home care, and supportive living settings. Competition often centers on candidates who already hold a recognized Health Care Aide Certificate, have Grade XII, and can quickly provide current criminal and abuse registry checks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your certificate and screening documents are ready before applying.