Posted 2 months ago
Health Care Aide
@ Alberta Health Services
Alberta
Overview
Alberta Health Services is hiring a casual Health Care Aide for Assisted Living Alberta's Wabasca Home Care team in northern Alberta. The role provides personal care and daily living support to clients in their homes, working under a regulated health professional. Pay is $26.43 to $29.58 per hour, with a non-pensionable remote retention allowance up to $3,000 a year.
Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care and daily living support to clients in home and community settings
- Assist nurses with routine care for hygiene, nutrition, mobility and safety
- Organize or assist with activities and programs
- Observe and report on patients' mood, health and wellbeing
Requirements summary:
- Active or eligible CLHA registration or practice permit as Health Care Aide
- Proof of HCA education or certificate within 18 months of hire
- Valid driver's licence and vehicle required
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-17
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-19
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Schedule | day, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Health Care Aide registration (CLHA) |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Health Care Aide |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Home office allowance |
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Alberta Health Services
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Healthy Albertans. Healthy Communities. Together.
Full company description
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is proud to be part of Canada’s first and largest provincewide, integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta, as well as occasionally to some residents of other provinces and territories Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life, and from all corners of the world. Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Our five values – compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety – are at the heart of everything that we do.
- LinkedIn followers
- 221,476
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 46,271
- Reported office locations
- 10030 – 107 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3E4, CA
- 1620 29 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4L7, CA
- Other recorded names
- Alberta Health Services
- Specialties
- Health Support and Services
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Alberta Health Services (AHS) is proud to be part of Canada’s first and largest provincewide, integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta, as well as occasionally to some residents of other provinces and territories Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2008 |
| Specialties | Health Support and Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 2,312 |
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Your Opportunity:
Join the Wabasca Home Care team as a Health Care Aide (HCA) with Assisted Living Alberta (ALA). ALA currently has a Northern Incentive Program 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. Located in northern Alberta, Wabasca offers the benefits of a close-knit community surrounded by beautiful lakes, boreal forest, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. With affordable living, a welcoming atmosphere, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives, Wabasca is an ideal place to live and work. As a Health Care Aide, you will build meaningful relationships with clients and families while providing compassionate personal care and support that helps individuals maintain their independence and quality of life in their own homes. Make a lasting impact through community-based care and experience the rewards of supporting clients where they feel most comfortable. Wabasca Home Care offers the opportunity to make a difference every day. Apply today.
Description:
As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. 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.
- Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
- Classification: Health Care Aide
- Union: AUPE AUX
- Unit and Program: Home Support / Community
- Primary Location: Wabasca/Desmarais Comm Health
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 01-DEC-2026
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 11-DEC-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $26.43
- Maximum Salary: $29.58
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
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:As required.
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