Continuing Care Assistant

1 week ago


Halifax, Canada Saint Vincent's Nursing Home Full time

Continuing Care Assistant

**Duties**:

- Provide assistance and support to patients under the supervision of a nurse
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Prepare and serve meals to patients according to their dietary needs and restrictions
- Administer medications as directed by healthcare professionals
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients
- Assist with mobility and transfers, including heavy lifting when necessary

Qualifications:

- Previous experience as a care assistant or similar role is preferred
- Knowledge of basic caregiving principles and techniques
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
- Ability to handle physical demands of the job, including heavy lifting

At our facility, we value our care assistants and offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as:

- Health insurance coverage
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive work environment

**Job Types**: Permanent, Full-time

**Salary**: $18.64-$24.09 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Halifax, NS B3K 5B2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Education**:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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