Health Care Aide

Your Opportunity:

Imagine Living and Thriving in a City with the Heart of a Small Town. Exciting Opportunity for a Health Care Aide in Cold Lake, Alberta. Are you passionate about providing patient- and family-centered care? Are you looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced lifestyle? Cold Lake could be your new home! We are currently seeking a Health Care Aide to join our dedicated healthcare team. This position is ideal for a compassionate and skilled professional who values community connection, collaborative care, and personal growth. Why Choose Cold Lake? Nestled beside Alberta’s seventh-largest lake, Cold Lake offers a unique blend of natural beauty and vibrant city living. With a population of over 20,000, we offer the amenities of a city while maintaining the welcoming atmosphere of a small town. Cold Lake is a four-season destination, with endless recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, hiking, skiing, and more. It’s also home to 4 Wing Cold Lake, Canada’s busiest fighter base, and supported by strong industries in tourism, oil and gas, and agriculture. Whether you're exploring nature, building your career, or connecting with a close-knit community, Cold Lake is a place where you can truly thrive. Apply today and discover the professional and personal rewards of life in Cold Lake.

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:
Long Term Care
• Primary Location:
Cold Lake Hlthcare/Mental Hlth
• Location Details:
As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
Not Applicable
• FTE:
0.79
• Posting End Date:
23-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class:
Temporary Part Time
• Date Available:
03-DEC-2026
• Temporary End Date:
10-MAY-2027
• Hours per Shift:
7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
5
• Shifts per cycle:
20
• Shift Pattern:
Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off:
As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary:
$26.43
• Maximum Salary:
$29.58
• Vehicle Requirement:
Not Applicable

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.

Effective February 02, 2026, all persons practicing as a Health Care Aide must hold registration with the College of LPN’s and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA). Must possess current BLS. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job. Duties that involve periods of physical activity such as standing, bending, walking and lifting. Please attach CLHA Certificate along with your resume.

Successful completion of a Medication Assistance Program (MAP).