Extendicare·Calgary, Alberta
The Health Care Aide will travel to patient homes to provide personal hygiene care, meal preparation, and basic housekeeping. They are also responsible for providing companionship and supporting the overall well-being of patients.
As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will assist people in your community to live safely in their homes by supporting them with daily tasks and self-care activities. Why you’ll love working here: Best in class training and development programs Celebration and Recognition programs Part time and Full-time opportunities and flexible scheduling options Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans Company paid mobile device Mileage compensation Opportunities for education allowance for employees and family Employee Assistance Program Employee perks and exclusive offers What you’ll do: Travel from patient to patient completing several home visits per day Prepare meals and assist with meal-time Basic housekeeping duties Provide companionship and support the well-being of patients Assist with personal hygiene care including showering and bathing Support for basic activities of daily living What you bring: Graduate from a HCA program recognized and approved by the Government of Alberta Willingness to visit patient’s residences within a designated area Previous experience performing personal hygiene care is an asset but not necessary Experience working with seniors and/or children is an asset Compassion and listening skills Passion for making a difference in your community Good written and oral communication skills Ability to work every other weekend Ability to pass or satisfy a Criminal Background screening upon hire #ParamedAB Time Type Full time ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
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ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.
ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@paramed.com.
We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.
Candidates must be a graduate of a HCA program recognized by the Government of Alberta and be willing to travel to patient residences. The role requires the ability to work every other weekend and pass a criminal background screening.
Market context
Health care aide roles in Alberta are commonly driven by ongoing demand in assisted living and continuing care settings, where employers look for candidates who can support daily resident care and communicate clearly in English. These roles can be competitive because a Grade 12 diploma, a recognized Health Care Aide Certificate, and proof of enrollment in the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory are often required, while experience in assisted living or continuing care is preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your certification and directory status before applying.