Required Qualifications
Education and Experience :
- Graduate of approved Health Care Aide training program; and
- Experience in Long Term Care or Chronic Care.
Abilities and Skills :
Ability to communicate in both official languages (French and English) is required;General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of the position;Demonstrated interpersonal and relationship skills with residents, families and coworkers;Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload;Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities;Effective verbal and written communication skills;Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands;Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision;Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary;Ability to demonstrate a satisfactory employment record, including attendance; andCurrent Criminal Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector and Adult Abuse Registry check deemed satisfactory by the Employer.Knowledge :
Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts;Roles and responsibilities of members of the health care team.Workplace Health and Safety and safe work practices; andW.H.M.I.S. program.