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# Health Care Aide (2026-0864) at Carewest Innovative Healthcare

- **Company:** Carewest Innovative Healthcare
- **Location:** Calgary, Canada
- **Employment:** temporary
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-09-01
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/carewest/76b9236c-4b7f-4231-9722-46c50563de93

## Job description

Position Details Position Status: Temporary Part Time Term Ends January 01, 2027 Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, EQuaL 1E BW Hours: 57.35 FTE: 0.74 Shift: Days/Evenings Shift Times:  0700-1515 /1500-2315 Union: AUPE Aux Nursing Rate of Pay: $20.77 - $26.02 PCN: FAN1ENA20

Date Competition closes: September 08, 2026

Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Director of Care, the Health Care Aide (HCA) is a regulated member of the interprofessional health care team who provides ongoing client care. The HCA observes, monitors and reports on client status/condition including changes in physical and emotional status. The HCA ensures that changes in client status are reported to the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

This position delivers prescribed medications accurately as per policy and procedure. This role requires a strong foundation in trauma-informed care and experience working with individuals with mental health diagnoses, responsive behaviors, and neurological conditions such as brain injury, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis (MS). The HCA must also be adept at supporting the unique needs of a younger adult population living with chronic diseases and disabilities, often presenting with multifaceted and evolving care requirements.

In keeping with Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care and Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program Summary: EQuaL (Enabling Quality of Life) – for adults aged 18 to 64 who have disabilities related to a disease or condition, such as multiple sclerosis or a brain injury, currently requiring the full-time support of a continuing care centre.

Qualifications and Experience:

- High School Diploma or equivalent is required, plus graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program.
- Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English is required.
- Must be physically capable of managing the frequent lifting, transferring and repositioning of clients.
- Active and current registration with CLHA required.
- Related experience in a health care facility is an asset.
- Program specific training/experience is an asset.

Experience and/or training in the following areas is strongly preferred:

- Trauma-informed care.
- Mental health diagnoses and treatment.
- Responsive behaviors and behavioral management.
- Neurological conditions including brain injury, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis (MS).
- Complex care needs of younger adults living with chronic disease and disabilities.

## About Carewest Innovative Healthcare

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Carewest Innovative Healthcare is a non-profit public healthcare provider based in Calgary, Alberta, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, recovery services, and community programs for seniors and adults of all ages.
- **Entity Type**: Public non-profit (wholly-owned subsidiary of Assisted Living Alberta; no equity funding or ticker)
- **Headquarters**: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- **Founded**: 1961
- **Founders**: Not applicable (established as a public health authory)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Healthcare services – continuing care, rehabilitation, and community health
- Target customers: Patients and residents across the lifespan (seniors, adults with complex needs, mental health, rehabilitation clients); B2C (individuals) and B2G (funded by Alberta Health Services)
- Mission: To provide excellent, person-centered care that promotes choice, independence, and quality of life in a safe and compassionate environment.

## Products & Services
- **[Long-Term Care Services]**: 24/7 nursing care and support for residents at 14 sites across Calgary. Type: Healthcare service.
- **[Rehabilitation & Recovery Services]**: In-patient and out-patient programs including musculoskeletal, geriatric mental health, and complex continuing care. Type: Healthcare service.
- **[Community & Day Programs]**: Day hospitals, social/leisure activities, and support for seniors living at home. Type: Community service.
- **[Complex Mental Health Care]**: Specialized units for adults with complex behaviours and mental health conditions, including a harm reducton program. Type: Healthcare service.
- **[Operatonal Stress Injry Clinic]**: Support for veterans and first responders affected by occupational stress injuries (locations in Calgary and Red Deer). Type: Outpatient clinical service.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (non-profit public provider)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue $100M–$500M (LinkedIn estimate); employs ~2,600–3,000 staff (company website & Linkedin)
- **Notble Investors/Partners**: Publicly funded through Alberta Health Services; parent organization Assisted Living Alberta
- **Growth Signals**: +8.8% headcount growth year-over-year (LinkedIn); new Bridgeland Riverside Continuing Care Centre in development; expanding community-based programs

## Competitive Advantages
- **Integrated continuum of care** – from long-term care to rehabilitation to community day programs, all under one system.
- **Not-for-profit status** ensures reinvestment in patient care and staff support rather than shareholder returns.
- **Deep local presence** – 14 facilitys across Calgary, over 950 long-term care residents and 350 rehabilitation beds served annually.
- **Recognized top employer** – named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for work/life balance, benefits, and team environment.

## Strategic Focus
- **Expansion of continuing care capacity** with new builds (e.g., Bridgeland Riverside Centre).
- **Enhance of specialized mental health and harm reducton services** (Complex Mental Health/Harm Reducton Program).
- **Investent in workforce** – continuing education, committee partipation, and employee well-being initiatives.
- **Adoption of technology in care delivery** (AI in hiring processes, digital scheduling – implied by Lever careers portal use).

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: emphasis on caring, relationships, exellence, accountability, and teamork. Staff are encouraged to bring heart to work.
- **Work Environment**: All roles are on-site (in-person care delivery). Shifts include full-time, part-time, and casual positions.
- **Benefits**: Competitive wages, medical/dental coverage for regular part-time (30+ hours bi-weekly) and full-time staff.
- **Professional Development**: Internal training, educational opportunites, committee involvement, and growth across disciplines. Notable per: “We hire for attitude and heart as much as skill.”
- **Recognition**: Alberta’s Top Employer – highlights strong work/life balance and collaborative environment.
- **Volunteer Opportunites**: ~500 volunteers contribute 10,000+ hours annually, integrated into care teams.

## Sources
1. [carewest.ca – Our History](https://carewest.ca/our-history/)
2. [carewest.ca – Working at Carewest](https://carewest.ca/working-at-carewest/)
3. [carewest.ca – Careers](https://carewest.ca/careers/)
4. [linkedin.com/company/carewest-innovative-health-care](https://linkedin.com/company/carewest-innovative-health-care)
5. [jobs.lever.co/carewest – Current openings](https://jobs.lever.co/carewest)

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