Health Care Aide

Job Information

Job Title: Health Care Aide

Job Requisition ID: 85958

Ministry: Assisted Living and Social Services

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full-Time/ Part- Time (including Wage/Casual)
Hours of Work: 38.75 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent/Temporary – 38.75 hours per week (rotational shifts)
Wage including casual as required (0 to 38.75 hrs /week)
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: November 2, 2026
Classification: Individual Support 2
Salary: Permanent/ Temporary: $1,907.63 to $2,231.65 bi-weekly ($49,789 to $ 58,246/ year)
Wage positions: $24.61 to 28.80 per hour

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

Assisted Living and Social Services provides support for seniors, families, and communities, and help Albertans access disability services, financial support, services for the homeless, Continuing Care and other social-based programs. The Ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families.

Our culture of care is the foundation of everything we do, embracing every staff member and individual alike, and reflected in every action, interaction, and day-to-day experience. For more information about Assisted Living and Social Services, visit our website: For more information about Assisted Living and Social Services, visit our website: Assisted Living and Social Services.

Rosecrest – Edmonton

Rosecrest Home provides 24/7 services for up to 18 children and youth who permanently reside at the facility; in addition, offers out of home respite care for up to 9 children and youth that are physically disabled with complex medical needs. In this position, you will provide a friendly, supportive, and caring environment for these vulnerable children. Under supervision of Registered Nurse, you will be involved in providing personal care, grooming, activities/outings/medical appointments, administering medications, delegated practices by regulated staff, attending appointments, preparing meals, managing resident's funds and undertaking general housekeeping responsibilities. In addition, you will be responsible for ongoing documentation that includes written communication as well as electronic communication. 

Residential and Support Services – Edmonton

Residential and Support Services (RSS) is guided by a person-centred philosophy, fostering environments that support the overall well-being of adults and seniors with developmental and physical disabilities. RSS provides 24-hour care and support to individuals living in community residences. While an Registered Nurse (RN) provides remote clinical supervision, strong collaboration with the team and supervisor is essential to ensure quality care and support. RSS operates eight community homes, including one respite home, located throughout Edmonton. Each residence is licensed to accommodate up to seven individuals.

Role Responsibilities

We are seeking compassionate Health Care Aides. Working in a 24/7 home setting, this position supports individuals living in homes to achieve optimal personal fulfillment, quality of life, and community inclusion. 

The role assists people with intellectual disabilities, and sometimes other complex needs, to meet their interests and daily needs; contribute to the operation of their home; build and maintain relationships; participate in community and recreational activities; and promote health and well-being. 

The position respects each person’s individuality and treats all with dignity. It reports to the Home Coordinator/Supervisor and follows the Individual’s Support Plans, implementing activities, behavioural strategies, and special initiatives unique to each resident, while working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Key Responsibilities
• Provide respectful, person-centred personal care (ADLs) and support individuals to communicate needs, choices, and preferences.
• Assist with medications and treatments within Health Care Aide scope, follow care plans/dietary plans, and respond to medical concerns/emergencies while escalating to clinical leadership as required.
• Implement and contribute to Individual Service Plans and positive behavioural supports; promote community inclusion through appointments, activities, visits, and volunteer opportunities.
• Support safe, well-run home operations (meals, housekeeping, laundry, shopping/budgets, equipment needs) and participate in Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) and licensing-related safety practices.
• Complete accurate documentation and reporting (shift notes, incident/adverse event/medication error reports).

The Job Description is provided for further details on this position. 

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Drive for Results
• Creative Problem Solving
• Agility
• Build Collaborative Environments
• Develop Networks
• Systems Thinking
• Develop Self and Others

Qualifications

Minimum Requirement Standards

Including High school diploma and one year of experience working in group living, residential care, or related care setting.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Assets

• Health Care Aide certification is required. Transitional practice permits will not be accepted.
• Post-secondary education in a related field (e.g., Nursing or Health Care Aide).
• Current, up-to-date Canadian First Aid Certification is highly recommended.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Experience in the following

• In supportive living, continuing care, or group home environments.
• working with individuals with disabilities or vulnerable populations.
• personal care and mobility assistance, including the safe use of lifts, wheelchairs, and transfer techniques.
• electronic documentation and electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR) systems.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

• Hours of work are 38.75 hours weekly.
• Location: Rosecrest, Edmonton and Residential and Support Services Edmonton
• This competition will be used to fill 2 Permanent positions, 2 Temporary positions (up to 18 months) and casual/wage opportunities.
• These positions will require lifting and moving of individuals and equipment.
• The successful candidate(s) must be able to work variety of shifts including days, afternoons, awake overnights, weekends and called in on short notice if needed.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. A current work visa is required.

Security Screening Requirements

• Final candidates must provide a Criminal Record Check (CRC), including a Vulnerable Sector Check, and an Intervention Record Check (IRC). Due to processing times, applicants invited for an interview are encouraged to request a Level 1 CRC, including a Vulnerable Sector Check, from their local RCMP or police service before the interview. The CRC only needs to be submitted upon request. All current Government of Alberta employees must have a current CRC, including a Vulnerable Sector Check, on file. If one is not on file, a new check must be provided.
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

Pre-screening questions will need to be completed as part of your application process for this competition. As part of the selection process candidates may be invited to a telephone and/or written assessment prior to an interview. Please ensure you provide a current email address in your resume.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

Permanent/Temporary

• Working for the Alberta Public Service.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information.
• Professional learning and development.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

Wage/Casual

As a Wage employee, you receive 11.6% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of paid holidays and vacation leave:

• 5.6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays.
• 6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay.
• Professional learning and development.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

How To Apply

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply online. Please see Job Application Resources for more information.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.

It is also recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Elena Arefeva at Elena.Arefeva@gov.ab.ca.