Job Description
Your Opportunity:
The Turningpoint Program (Unit 3-6) at Alberta Hospital Edmonton is an 18-bed inpatient forensic unit that supports youths and young adults who are in conflict with the law. The Turningpoint Program provides assessment, stabilization, short- and long-term treatment to youth with legal standing under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Stabilization is also provided to youths experiencing an acute psychiatric disturbance. The Turningpoint Program is a very dynamic and unique program, and the successful candidate will be skilled with engagement, de-escalation skills and healthy boundaries, while providing excellent care in a collaborative team environment. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2026. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.
Description:
As a Psychiatric Aide, you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team to meet the personal care needs and comforts of patients in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs as well as assist with organized activities or programs. In this position, you will observe and report on a patient¿s mood, health, well-being, maintain effective communication with patients and health professionals, assist with the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors as well as assist in the general support of the work area.
Acute Care Alberta: N
Primary Care Alberta: N
Recovery Alberta: Y
Classification: Psychiatric Aide
Union: AUPE AUX
Unit and Program: Unit 3-6, Turningpoint Program
Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 1.00
Posting End Date: 12-MAY-2026
Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
Date Available: 22-MAY-2026
Temporary End Date: 23-NOV-2026
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 5
Shifts per cycle: 25
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $22.67
Maximum Salary: $26.43
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 12. A combination of education and experience satisfactory to the employer will also be considered.
Additional Required Qualifications:
A minimum of 2 years clinical experience in psychiatric, mental health or forensic is required. Certification in Suicide Prevention and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention is also required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates with experience providing care to an adolescent population.
The Turningpoint Program (Unit 3-6) at Alberta Hospital Edmonton is an 18-bed inpatient forensic unit that supports youths and young adults who are in conflict with the law. The Turningpoint Program provides assessment, stabilization, short- and long-term treatment to youth with legal standing under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Stabilization is also provided to youths experiencing an acute psychiatric disturbance. The Turningpoint Program is a very dynamic and unique program, and the successful candidate will be skilled with engagement, de-escalation skills and healthy boundaries, while providing excellent care in a collaborative team environment. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2026. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.
Description:
As a Psychiatric Aide, you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team to meet the personal care needs and comforts of patients in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs as well as assist with organized activities or programs. In this position, you will observe and report on a patient¿s mood, health, well-being, maintain effective communication with patients and health professionals, assist with the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors as well as assist in the general support of the work area.
Acute Care Alberta: N
Primary Care Alberta: N
Recovery Alberta: Y
Classification: Psychiatric Aide
Union: AUPE AUX
Unit and Program: Unit 3-6, Turningpoint Program
Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 1.00
Posting End Date: 12-MAY-2026
Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
Date Available: 22-MAY-2026
Temporary End Date: 23-NOV-2026
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 5
Shifts per cycle: 25
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $22.67
Maximum Salary: $26.43
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 12. A combination of education and experience satisfactory to the employer will also be considered.
Additional Required Qualifications:
A minimum of 2 years clinical experience in psychiatric, mental health or forensic is required. Certification in Suicide Prevention and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention is also required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates with experience providing care to an adolescent population.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Psychiatric Aide position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Edmonton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.