Become a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work environment with competitive advantages, 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 workplace. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.

Note: Also open to RN, LPN and CCA students

Location: Milford Haven - Home for Special Care

Title: Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)

Salary: $18-$22 per hour

Wages based on the CUPE contract

Schedule: FT and PT available

Responsibilities:
Provide personal hygiene, oral care, skin care, toileting, bathing, feeding, dressing and grooming to residents
Encourage and assist in maintaining the autonomy of residents whenever possible
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
Record keeping,



updating and maintaining resident charts and reporting any changes in a resident’s condition

Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Current Standard First-Aid and CPR certification
Successful completion or enrollment in a CCA/PSW program
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
Registered with the CCA Registry
Previous experience working in geriatrics is an asset
INDCCA

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $18.37-$22.01 per hour

Benefits:
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
In office parking
Paid time off
Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
Guysborough, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
If English is not your first language, what is your score in the IELTS test?

Licence/Certification:
CCA registry Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Continuing Care Assistant Cca /personal Support Worker Psw (Guysborough)
🏢 Milford Haven Home for Special Care
📍 Guysborough