Continuing Care Assistant

Shannex Incorporated; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned healthcare organization in Fredericton is seeking a compassionate Personal Support Worker to assist residents with daily living activities. Candidates should have a valid Personal Support Worker diploma and CPR certification. This role requires flexible scheduling, including nights and weekends, and a passion for providing quality care to seniors. Join a team that emphasizes diversity and inclusion, contributing to a culture of respect and belonging.

Benefits

Approximate hourly wage: $30.75 - $32.67

Free onsite parking

Access to discounts through WorkPerks

Continuing education and training opportunities

Recognition and Rewards for service excellence

Qualifications

• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire.
• Previous experience with elderly in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with hygiene and daily living activities.
• Collaborate on individualized Resident Care Plans.
• Assist in planning daily leisure activities for residents.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Personal Support Worker Acute Care diploma or equivalent

Valid CPR & First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

Meaningful Benefits

• Approximate hourly wage: $30.75 - $32.67
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

• Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as: bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment;
• Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan;
• Assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities on a daily basis;
• Assists with light housekeeping duties;
• Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice;
• Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor

About You

• A valid Personal Support Worker Acute Care diploma or Provincial Personal Care Worker course or equivalent;
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays;
• Availability to work a minimum of 6 shifts per quarter, available to work all shift types and days of the week; (include if you are posting for a casual position)
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire;
• Valid CPR & First Aid Certification or BLS (required);
• Advanced proficiency in the English language is required, proficiency in French considered an asset;
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course considered an asset;
• Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset;
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.

Join the Shannex team

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.