Continuing Care Assistant

Job DescriptionIf you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™. We are searching for a Continuing Care Assistant to join our Northumberland Hall Team based in Amherst, Nova Scotia. Meaningful Benefits Approximate hourly wage: $18.72- $24.09 Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program Life, travel, and other insurances Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan Pension plan Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance Free onsite parking Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety About The Opportunity Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment; Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan; Assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities on a daily basis; Assists with light housekeeping duties; Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice; Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor. About You You have a valid Continuing Care Certification or Provincial Personal Care Worker course or equivalent; You are registered in Nova Scotia’s CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry Act; A valid CPR/First Aid certification (required); You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays; You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening; Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course considered an asset; Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset; A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care. About Us Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com. If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs. All applications are kept in strict confidentiality. #J-18808-Ljbffr