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 workplace. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.

Title: Long Term Care Assistant (LTCA)

Schedule: Permanent, Part-time

Responsibilities:

- Encourage and assist in maintaining the autonomy of residents whenever possible
- Provide items of comfort, sitting with residents and providing companionship
- Perform light housekeeping duties such as tidying resident rooms, collecting garbage, cleaning closets, hanging clothing, making beds, cleaning wash basins, cleaning wheelchairs, dental care cups, whirlpool tub etc.
- Answer call bells and redirect when appropriate
- Escort residents to and from dining areas and assist with resident dining experience




- Assist in the preparation and clean up of activity rooms
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written in English
- Flexible schedule: days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
- Must have sound interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills
- Compassion, integrity, maturity, respect and a positive attitude are essential attributes
- Previous experience in senior care or group homes are an asset

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Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $19.03 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Halifax, NS B3P 2S9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- Long term care: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Long Term Care Assistant (LTCA) (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 GEM Health Care Group
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality