Full-Time Health Care Aide / Caregiver Individual with ALS (Ventilator-Dependent, High Medical Needs)

Full-Time Health Care Aide / Caregiver – Individual with ALS (Ventilator-Dependent, High Medical Needs) Location: Southwest Edmonton (Windermere area), AB – private residence Position: Permanent, full-time – 36 hours/week Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday 7:00pm-11:00pm, plus Saturday and Sunday 8:00am-2:00pm (split shifts on weekends; Mondays off) Wage: $22.00/hour Vacancies: 1 Language of work: English Job Description: Provide personal care and health support to an adult male living with ALS who is fully ventilator-dependent (non-invasive, mask-based ventilation).

Duties include but are not limited to: – Managing non-invasive ventilation, including mask fitting and repositioning, continuous monitoring, responding promptly to ventilator alarms or mask displacement, and equipment care – Oral suctioning for secretion management (client is unable to swallow) – Gastrostomy (G-tube) feeding and related care – Transfers and repositioning using a mechanical (ceiling) lift – Personal care: bathing, hygiene, toileting, dressing – Medication administration as directed – Light housekeeping related to the client’s care – Monitoring the client’s condition and reporting changes to family and health professionals – Accompanying the client to appointments as needed Qualifications (required): – Health Care Aide certificate and registration in good standing with the CLPNA (College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta) – Minimum 2 years’ experience providing care to a ventilator-dependent client or a client with comparably complex medical needs, specifically including non-invasive ventilation support, oral suctioning for secretion management, G-tube feeding, and mechanical lift transfers – Current CPR and First Aid certification – Recent criminal record check with vulnerable sector check – Able to work the full schedule above, including evenings, weekends, and weekend split shifts Please note: as the client is fully dependent on ventilation, this role requires sustained attentiveness.

The caregiver must remain alert and responsive throughout each shift. The client is non-verbal and communicates through assistive means. Experience with ALS or similar progressive neurological conditions is an asset. Patience and attentiveness to non-verbal communication are essential. To apply: Please email a resume to [email protected]. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide references attesting to their experience and proof of the required certifications.