Become a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work setting 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 protected, dignified, home-like environment. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.

Location: Centennial Villa

Job Description: CCA – ( permanent, casual)

Open to RN/LPN and CCA students!

International students in Canada who hold a nursing degree can also apply!

Qualifications/Responsibilities:
Reliable, good attendance record and cheerful disposition
Maintenance of a clean and sanitary environment
Effective communication, both written and verbal in English as well as computer literacy
Ability to maintain confidentiality for residents, staff and organizational information
Must take initiative and be able to work with minimal supervision
Respectful and hardworking team player with a professional and courteous manner
Police check including vulnerable sector search completed within the last 6 months
Ability to work days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
Personal care,



bathing, dressing grooming
Knowledge of physical, social, psychological, and spiritual needs of resident
Assist with oral care, skin care, meals and mobilizing
Documentation and reports as required
Ability to follow direction on a daily basis and in emergency situations
Performs other related duties as required or assigned by the charge nurse or designate

Training/Experience:
Standard First Aid or Basic Life Support – CPR / Choking – Adult
CCAs will work within the NSAHO Scope of Practice
Successful completion of CCA/PCW course
Alzheimer course preferred
Personal care of residents including restorative care and the ability to lift up to 50lbs
Experience in a similar environment is considered an asset
Experience with paperless charting required
INDCCA

Job Types: Casual, Permanent

Benefits:
Flexible schedule
In office parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
Amherst, NS B4H 3C9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:
First aid and CPR (required)
CCA Registry (required)

Work Location: In person

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