Become a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work environment with competitive benefits, a generous vacation plan and plenty of learning opportunities. At GEM we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.
Location: Melville Gardens - Halifax
Responsibilities
- Provide personal hygiene, oral care, skin care, toileting, bathing, feeding, dressing and grooming
- Maintain confidentiality concerning residents, staff and organizational information
- Work within the NSAHO Scope of Practice
- Provide companionship and emotional support to residents
- Maintain a safe and clean environment, adhering to facility infection control policies
Qualifications
- Current Standard First-Aid and CPR certification
- Successful completion or enrollment in a CCA/PSW program
- Registered with the CCA Registry
- Current Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA)
training
- Effective communication, both written and verbal in English
- Physically fit/able to perform physically demanding job duties
- Reliable and punctual with a good attendance record
- Experience in Long-Term Care setting considered an asset.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have a CCA certificate?
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Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Halifax, NS B3P 2S9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)