St. Michael’s Health Group is seeking a caring and dedicated Health Care Aide (Independent Living Assistant) to join its team at St. Michael’s Manor in Vegreville, Alberta, Canada. This permanent part-time position is suitable for candidates who are passionate about supporting seniors and helping create a safe, respectful, and comfortable living environment.
The successful candidate will assist residents with daily activities, prepared medication reminders, housekeeping, laundry, meal service, recreation, and general resident support. The role requires employees to respect each resident’s independence, privacy, dignity, individual choices, and personal needs.
About the Job
The Health Care Aide (Independent Living Assistant) plays an important role in supporting residents and maintaining a welcoming environment at St. Michael’s Manor. The position combines resident assistance with housekeeping, meal service, safety, and general support duties.
This role is suited to candidates who are compassionate, responsible, physically capable, and comfortable working closely with seniors and individuals who may require additional support.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow facility policies, procedures, safety requirements, and applicable regulations.
- Remind or assist residents with taking prepared medications according to their care plans and assigned responsibilities.
- Respect residents’ independence, dignity, privacy, choices, and individual preferences.
- Provide and receive information during shift changes.
- Review staff communication records and resident information when required.
- Maintain a clean, safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
- Assist residents with laundry and housekeeping duties.
- Help prepare dining areas, serve meals, and clean dining areas after meals.
- Assist with kitchen duties, including washing dishes, sweeping, mopping, and storing supplies.
- Keep entrances, walkways, parking areas, and outdoor grounds clean and free of debris.
- Follow infection-control procedures and workplace safety requirements.
- Assist with the orientation of new employees when required.
- Inspect guest suites for damage when residents or guests arrive and depart.
- Assist with resident or tenant move-ins and move-outs.
- Collect payments for guest meals and provide receipts as required.
- Support group recreation activities when directed.
- Report changes in residents’ condition or planned absences to the appropriate supervisor.
- Participate in staff training and professional development programs.
- Maintain positive and respectful relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and external organizations.
- Maintain confidentiality of work-related and resident information.
- Promote a safe environment for residents, staff, volunteers, and visitors.
- Perform other related duties assigned by the Supportive Services Supervisor.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a recognized Health Care Aide program.
- Active registration with the CLHA.
- Previous housekeeping or meal-service experience is an asset.
- Previous caregiver experience is an asset.
- Friendly personality with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to perform the physical and mental requirements of the position.
- Willingness to work closely with seniors and individuals who may have physical or mental support needs.
- Commitment to providing respectful, compassionate, and personalized support.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Resident Support
A major part of this position is helping residents maintain their independence while providing appropriate daily support. Employees are expected to treat residents with dignity and respect and to follow individual care plans and facility procedures.
The successful candidate should be patient, attentive, and able to communicate effectively with residents, coworkers, supervisors, and families when appropriate.
Housekeeping and Meal Service
The role also includes a range of housekeeping and meal-service responsibilities. Employees may assist residents with laundry, help maintain common areas, prepare dining spaces, serve meals, wash dishes, and keep kitchen and surrounding areas clean.
Outdoor areas such as entrances, walkways, parking areas, and grounds may also need to be maintained to help provide a safe and comfortable environment.
Work Environment
This position is based in a supportive living environment where employees work closely with seniors and other residents. The workplace requires patience, professionalism, teamwork, and a strong commitment to resident safety and dignity.
The role can involve regular movement and physical activity, including housekeeping, meal service, assisting residents, walking through the facility, and maintaining assigned areas.
Work Schedule
- Job Type: Permanent Part-Time
- Shift: Evening
- Hours: 3:00 PM – 11:15 PM
- Schedule: 9 shifts every 2 weeks
- Total Hours: 69.75 hours per 2 weeks
- FTE: 0.90
Benefits
Depending on the applicable employment agreement and eligibility requirements, employees may have access to benefits such as:
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Employee discounts.
- Vacation and personal leave.
- Paid sick time.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
Salary
Salary information was not specified in the provided job listing. Applicants should confirm the current compensation package, employment terms, and applicable benefits directly with the employer.
Who This Job Is Best For
This opportunity may be suitable for qualified Health Care Aides who enjoy supporting seniors and working in a caring residential environment.
Candidates should be compassionate, reliable, physically capable, and comfortable performing both resident-support and general facility duties.
Previous caregiving, housekeeping, or meal-service experience can be helpful, although the primary qualification is completion of a recognized Health Care Aide program and active CLHA registration.
Application Tips
Applicants should prepare a clear CV that highlights their Health Care Aide qualification, CLHA registration, caregiving experience, resident-support skills, communication abilities, and any previous experience working with seniors.
If you have experience with housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, recreational activities, or supportive living environments, make sure these skills are clearly included in your application.
Career Development
St. Michael’s Health Group provides opportunities for training and professional development. Employees may be able to build additional skills through workplace training, staff development programs, and experience supporting residents in a supportive living environment.
Employer Information
Employer: St. Michael’s Health Group
Facility: St. Michael’s Manor
Location: Vegreville, Alberta, Canada
Position: Health Care Aide (Independent Living Assistant)
Commitment to Inclusion
St. Michael’s Health Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes qualified candidates who contribute different perspectives, skills, and experiences to the community.
Important Note
Applicants should verify the latest salary, schedule, qualifications, registration requirements, benefits, and employment conditions with the employer before accepting the position.