31 Jul
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Shannex
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Sydney
Job Number: J- Job Title: Continuing Care Assistant Job Category: Continuing Care & Support (CCA, PSW, Support Worker, Caregiver) Job Type: Temporary Full Time Work Location: Harbourstone Enhanced Care Number of Positions: 8 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 Temporary Full-time Continuing Care Assistant to join our Harbourstone Enhanced Care team based in Sydney, Nova Scotia.
Meaningful Benefits You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communitiesgreat placesto live, work and visit.
As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector,Shannexoffers opportunities for growth,developmentand advancement.
And at the end of every day, you will knowyouvemade a measured difference in the lives of our residents.
Additionalbenefits include: Approximate hourly wage: $19.10- $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 RRSP program (5% employer matching) Vacation accrual (beginsimmediately) and travel insurance Free onsite parking Access to thousands ofperksvendors and discounts through our
Work
Perksprogram, 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
Shannexs
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 Assistsresidents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment Assistswith residents special needs, e.g. eye care, colostomy, and catheter Assistsin restorative care e.g. walking, range of motion Provides mealtimeassistancewhenrequired Provides snacks, morning and afternoon fluid passes and night lunches, whilemonitoringintake Documents according to facility policy e.g.
Daily Resident Care Record, resident progress notes,initiatingmedication incident reports,serverydocumentation and audits, incident reportsetc Communicates and reports pertinent and relevant information and/or observations to the Supervisor Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan Assistsin the planning and implementation of resident leisure activitiesdaily Assistswith light housekeeping duties Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice Communicates and reports relevant informationregardingresident care or safety to Supervisor.
Additionalduties as assigned/required About You In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement,collaborationand accountability, you bring: Completion of Continuing Care Assistant program or equivalency according to the CCA Entry to Practice Policy You are registered in Nova Scotias CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry Act For more information on how to become a certified CCA in Nova Scotia:
You hold a valid CPR/First Aid certification Successful candidates willbe requiredto obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment.
You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays Completed Alzheimers and Dementia Care course considered an asset Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices Knowledge of principles of personal care including bathing, oral hygiene Ability toutilizetechnology (i.e.
Electronic Health Care Records) A completed Back in Form Lift & Transfer Program is considered an asset Bilingualism in French/English is considered an asset Previousworking experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living workplace an asset A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations,servic Apply today to join the Shannex team of Great People! Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization.
We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect.
Here, every team member belongs.
With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support 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.
In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health.
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All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
📌 Continuing Care Assistant (Sydney)
🏢 Shannex
📍 Sydney