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Health Care Aide

@ Recovery Alberta

Grande Prairie, Alberta

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Overview

Recovery Alberta is hiring a casual Health Care Aide for its inpatient psychiatry unit at Grande Prairie Regional Hospital. The role supports daily living and comfort care for patients across general, adolescent and geriatric psychiatry. The posting states a rate of $26.43 to $29.58 per hour, days, evenings and weekends, and a remote retention allowance up to $3,000 a year.

Responsibilities:

  • Support activities of daily living for patients
  • Deliver comfort and support services
  • Work with patients, families and caregivers
  • Provide safe, patient-centred care

Requirements summary:

  • Active or eligible CLHA registration as Health Care Aide
  • HCA certificate completed within 18 months of hire
  • Connect Care experience is an asset
  • Inpatient psychiatry experience is an asset

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2026-11-05
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2026-11-06

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Scheduleday, evening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Licences & certificationsHealth Care Aide registration (CLHA)
EducationTrade certificate (required)
Fields of studyHealth Care Aide
Perks mentionedHome office allowance

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Recovery Alberta

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Recovery Alberta provides mental health & addiction and correctional health services for all Albertans.

Full company description

Recovery Alberta provides comprehensive recovery-oriented mental health & addiction services, as well as correctional health services. Page not monitored 24/7. Call 211 to reach 24/7 confidential mental health and addiction helplines. Dial 911 in case of emergency.

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Recovery Alberta provides comprehensive recovery-oriented mental health & addiction services, as well as correctional health services. Page not monitored 24/7. Call 211 to reach 24/7 confidential mental health and addiction helplines. Dial 911 in case of emergency.

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IndustryMental Health Care
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
Organization typeGovernment Agency
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Job description

Your Opportunity:

Discover your niche in a dynamic psychiatry program that includes general, adolescent, and geriatric psychiatry, as well as psychiatric ICU located in the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital. Grande Prairie is a growing city with over 70,000 residents and serves approximately 260,000 people in our area. Grande Prairie has something for everyone! Outdoor and indoor recreation opportunities are available at the numerous parks and golf courses, in addition to a state-of-the-art recreation facility and library. The city also has a vibrant arts and culture community with an art gallery, museums, and live theater. There are also a multitude of dining and shopping opportunities. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, RA currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

Description:

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will provide personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering comfort and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support. You will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will play a key role in delivering safe, high quality, patient' and family centred care while reflecting the shared vision and values of Recovery Alberta. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement.

  • Classification:
  • Health Care Aide
  • Union:
  • AUPE AUX
  • Unit and Program:
  • Unit 11 Inpatient Psychiatry
  • Primary Location:
  • Grande Prairie Regional Hosp
  • Location Details:
  • As Per Location
  • Multi-Site:
  • Not Applicable
  • FTE:
  • 0.00
  • Posting End Date:
  • 16-NOV-2026
  • Employee Class:
  • Casual/Relief
  • Date Available:
  • 18-OCT-2026
  • Hours per Shift:
  • 11.05
  • Length of Shift in weeks:
  • Varies
  • Shifts per cycle:
  • Varies
  • Shift Pattern:
  • Days, Evenings, Weekends
  • Days Off:
  • Other
  • Minimum Salary:
  • $26.43
  • Maximum Salary:
  • $29.58
  • Vehicle Requirement:
  • Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:

Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.

Additional Required Qualifications:

As required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Connect Care experience is an asset. Experience in inpatient psychiatry or other addictions and mental health is an asset. Working with youth adult or geriatric populations is an asset.

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