Continuing Care Assistant

6 days ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Shannex Incorporated Full time
Job Number: J- Job Title: Continuing Care Assistant Job Category: Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)/ Personal Support Worker (PSW) Job Type: Casual Date Posted: February 24, Closing Date: March 24, Work Location: Care at Home Schedule: Rotational Number of Positions: 6

Job Description

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 a  Continuing Care Assistant to join our Care at Home team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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:

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; 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 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 Valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred.

About Us

It all began in 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, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.



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