Continuing Care Assistant

Closing the Gap Healthcare Group; Bedford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Bedford is seeking Continuing Care Assistants dedicated to client care. This role offers flexible schedules with responsibilities including caring for clients at home and assisting with daily living activities. Ideal candidates will possess a Continuing Care Assistant Certification and have strong client safety and customer service skills. Competitive wages and group benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Group benefits including Employee Assistance Plan

Company contributions to RRSP

Paid travel time

Paid orientation

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Continuing Care Assistant Certification or equivalent.
• Up-to-date CPR / First Aid Certification required.
• Ability to develop respectful working relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Caring for clients at their homes.
• Providing assistance with daily activities of living.
• Offering respite for caregivers.

Skills

Client safety focus

Customer service skills

Independent problem-solving

Education

Continuing Care Assistant Certification

CPR / First Aid Certification

Job description

Overview

Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) is dedicated to providing Canadians with the highest level of care across a wide range of home-based and community-setting services.

Due to a growing community and an influx of patients requiring care from local referral sources, CTG is seeking Continuing Care Assistants who are passionate about client care. We have full-time and part-time positions under a Fixed Cycle Averaging Agreement available in: Halifax Peninsula Region: Halifax, Clayton Park, Spryfield, Sambro St. Margarets Bay, Bedford, Prospect

Location- Bedford

Shifts- Evenings

Location and Schedule

This position may appeal to you if :

You love the idea of making a direct impact on your client\'s lives

You enjoy flexibility in your schedule. At CTG, we are happy to help you find a schedule that allows you to balance your home and work lives.

You value working with a collaborative team and the guidance and direction of an experienced supervisor – At CTG, we foster an environment of lifelong learning and sharing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Caring for clients at their homes with daily activities of living and personal care
• Respite for caregivers, recreation activities, or meal preparation

Work Schedule and Overtime

This position involves a six-month fixed cycle schedule repeating over a 2-week period

Hours will be averaged over the 2-week cycle, and overtime pay is applicable if total hours worked exceed 96 hours per cycle.

The Successful Continuing Care Assistant will have

• A Continuing Care Assistant Certification (or currently in school to receive certification) or Equivalent Certificate (e.g. PSW Certificate, Foreign Nursing Degree, or Enrolled in a Practical or Baccalaureate Nursing Program from a recognized institution
• Up-to-date CPR / First Aid Certification and acceptable criminal check and child abuse registry
• Outstanding focus on client safety and ability to develop respectful working relationships with clients and families to meet their care needs
• Exemplary skills in delivering high-quality customer experiences
• A proven track record of being accountable for multiple deliverables, reporting, and high-quality performance
• Experience in independent problem-solving and recognizing when support from peers and supervisors is needed
• Travel within urban and rural settings (must arrange own transportation or be on an accessible bus route)

What you can expect as a member of A Team Made for Caring at Closing the Gap

• Competitive wages
• Flexibility to choose days off during the cycle for work-life balance
• Group benefits, including an Employee Assistance Plan
• Company contributions to your RRSP
• Ongoing tools, webinars, and resources to support mental health
• A culture of recognition and appreciation
• A dynamic and collaborative team committed to excellence
• Paid travel time
• Paid orientation
• A company-issued mobile phone