Continuing Care Assistant

2 weeks ago


Amherst, Canada VON Canada Full time

Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) – Part-time 0.8 Join to apply for the Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) – Part-time 0.8 role at VON Canada. Requisition Details Employment Status: Permanent, Part-time (0.8 FTE) Program Name: Home Support Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 64 Work Schedule: Days, with an evening & weekend rotation Union/Bargaining Unit: CUPE On Call: No Existing Vacancy: Yes – we’re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position. About VON VON is a non‑profit organization that provides clinical, personal and social support to people who want to live every day to the fullest while remaining in their own homes and communities. Our CCAs provide care in client homes and other settings in communities across Nova Scotia. What We Offer You Competitive salaries and vacation time Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) & an Employee Assistance Program Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution Travel compensation Comprehensive orientation program Opportunity to use your skills and expand your knowledge Smartphone provided to keep you connected during work time The opportunity to make a difference in your community Work with an organization that is 120 years strong What You’ll Do Work with clients in their homes to provide personal care Assist with daily living activities, such as grooming, dressing and bathing Provide respite care Plan and prepare meals and light household duties Help with mobility and transfers Monitor and maintain household safety …and much more What We Need From You Continuing Care Assistant Certification (CCA) PSW, HSW, or another relevant certification from another province or work experience (eligible to enroll in the Nova Scotia CCA Recognizing Prior Learning (RPL) Program) Students in nursing, CCA programs and internationally educated nurses will also be considered Current CPR/First Aid required A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle is required A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are required; a Vulnerable Sector Search may also be required Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Funding is also available for the Continuing Care Assistant Program at community colleges across Nova Scotia. The Nova Scotia Government covers tuition and most program costs for eligible applicants. Please contact your local college for more details. Working Conditions and Physical Demands This role requires a detail‑oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements. Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants) If you are applying to a unionised position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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