HCA-CAREER COMMUNICATIONS COVER LETTER ASSIGNMENT CLASS FIVE PART ONE INTRODUCTION: The cover letter is an important part of the application process. The letter provides a summary of your qualifications, skills, and abilities, giving potential employers a "quick look" at who you are and what you could bring to their organization. A well-written letter will help you proceed to the next step of your job search - the interview. On the other hand, a poorly written letter will likely STOP your application from proceeding. What is a well-written, or GOOD, cover letter? The following are the necessary components and characteristics: 1. Language errors are not present 2. Addressed to the appropriate/specific person 3. The length is appropriate (Usually one page only) 4. A brief summary of your qualifications is included 5. A brief personal story to explain your passion for this work 6. A part which focuses on the connection between your skills and abilities and the requirements of the job 7. A statement of your career focus/goals 8. Your daily and weekly availability for work 9. "Resume enclosed" + "thank you for considering my application-" statement INSTRUCTIONS: Read the Purdy Pavilions UBC job posting. Next, read the two cover letters which follow. For each of the letters, A and B, complete the checklists on the following page. Finally, answer the questions below. QUESTIONS: 1. Which person will likely be contacted for an interview? 2. Explain in a few sentences the reasons for your choice. Refer back to the "Good Cover Letter-" checklist in your explanation. Page 28 Vancouver Coastal Health Care Aide our Job Description Fich Care Aide la Job Title: Work Site: Status: Start Date: Salary: Hours: Reference#: Purdy Pavilions - UBC Hospital Casual As soon as possible $24.83 per hour 07:00-15:00, 15:00-23:00, 23:00-07:00 with rotating days off 117215-cye JOB SUMMARY: Within the context of a resident/client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Care Aide works under the functional direction of a Registered Nurse or other designate and in cooperation with interdisciplinary team members to assist in the delivery of client care. Following established care plans provides personal care; bathes, grooms, dresses, assists with meals and oral hygiene and performs nursing care duties as applicable. Responds to call bells/alarms. Observes and monitors clients' progress, symptoms and behavioural changes and reports/records significant observations. Utilizes mechanical aides such as specialty beds, wheelchairs and stretchers to transport clients and provides assistance with lifting and/or transferring of clients following established lifting/safety techniques. Maintains a clean and safe environment for clients and staff. Performs other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience Grade 10 (including English 10). Successful graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Registered with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry. Knowledge & Abilities Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and proficiently both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal with others effectively and respectfully. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to organize work. Ability to operate related equipment (such as Patient Care Information Systems)