Continuing Care Assistants

2 weeks ago

Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada Northwoodcare Inc. Full time $18,630 - $23,000 per year

Make an Impact. Be Inspired. Join Northwood

Are you looking for a career where you can make a real impact? At Northwood, care is at the heart of everything we do—but we're also about community, innovation, and creating meaningful connections.

As Atlantic Canada's largest not-for-profit continuing care organization, we are a dynamic team of change makers, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who believe in the power of connection.

When you join Northwood, you become part of a forward-thinking, inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a meaningful next step, you'll find a place to thrive here.

We're committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We recognize that every candidate brings unique strengths, and we strive to create an equitable hiring experience for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please let us know—we're here to support you.

Ready to love what you do? Join Northwood and be part of something bigger

We are looking for a dynamic individuals to be a part of our Bedford team for the position of Continuing Care Assistant (CCA).

Qualifications:

  • A graduate of an approved CCA/PCW program with NS provincial certification. Nova Scotia CCA Provincial Exam, or CCA Equivalency; or,
  • CCA students who have completed their second mentorship
  • Students currently enrolled in LPN or RN programs
  • PSWs, IENs (Internationally Educated Nurse), Health Care Aides or other applicable course
  • Current Standard First-Aid and CPR required
  • Previous related experience preferred
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and clinical skills
  • Able to work flexible hours and shifts including weekends and holidays
  • Able to maintain regular and consistent attendance

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for providing service to residents in accordance with the individual care plan
  • Performs light housekeeping duties (e.g. tidy room, clean closets, hang clothing)
  • Assists residents with meals and between meal refreshments
  • Provides respite change to families and care givers
  • Engages residents/families in leisure/recreational activities on unit
  • Facilitates resident/family participation in recreation programs
  • Provides opportunities for residents/families to interact with the environment in which they live/visit

*Looking to fill full-time and part time positions*

If this exciting opportunity interests you please click "Apply" now.

To learn more about Northwood please visit our website

Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only selected applicants for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $18.63-$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Vision care

Application question(s):

  • Do you require PR?

Experience:

  • Care Giving: 2 years (required)
  • Canadian: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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