Continuing Care Assistant

Shannex Incorporated; Quispamsis; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors in a supportive environment. This role as a Continuing Care Assistant offers you the chance to make a real difference in the lives of residents. You'll assist with daily living activities, collaborate on care plans, and support leisure activities, all while enjoying meaningful benefits like health coverage and professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a positive community, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits

Life and travel insurance

Access to virtual healthcare 24/7

RRSP program with employer matching

Vacation accrual

Free onsite parking

Access to WorkPerks program

Continuing education and training

Qualifications

• Valid Personal Support Worker diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR & First Aid Certification or BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with hygiene and daily living activities.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on care plans.
• Assist in planning and implementing resident leisure activities.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Education

Personal Support Worker Acute Care diploma

CPR & First Aid Certification

Job description

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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.

We are searching for a Part-time (0.45 FTE) Continuing Care Assistant (PSW) to join our Parkland in the Valley - Embassy Hall team based in Quispamsis, New Brunswick.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $21.74 - $23.41
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• 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

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• 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;
• 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

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

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.

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• Seniority level

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