Daily Living Assistant

2 weeks ago

Dartmouth, Canada Shannex Full time

If 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. If 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 Temporary Part-time Daily Living Assistants (Continuing Care Assistant) to join our Parkland at the Lakes Phase 2 team based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. These positions begin in as soon as possible and have an approximate end date of September, 2023 or January, 2024 with the possibility of being kept on as a permanent employee.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:
**Approximate hourly wage**: $18.73-$25.23
Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
RRSP program (5% employer matching) or pension plan
Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
Free onsite parking
Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
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;
Assists in the provision of social, spiritual, and intellectual activities for residents;
Cleans resident rooms, server and household common areas;
Administers resident medications as assigned under the direction of the Resident Services Coordinator/Manager and in accordance with Physician orders following all medication management policies and guidelines;
Completing all duties in a way which is consistent with Shannex’s Philosophy of Service: Your life. Your choice. Your Home.
Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor.

About You

You have a valid Personal Support Worker Diploma or Certificate.
You are registered in Nova Scotia’s CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry Act
You are able work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
You have a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening.
We consider any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be an asset.
A valid CPR & First Aid Certification is an asset.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

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.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our company policy requires all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19

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