Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)

Coast; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A care services provider in Nova Scotia is seeking dedicated individuals for personal care roles. Responsibilities include providing hygiene, companionship, and maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates are enrolled in or have completed a CCA/PSW program and possess first-aid certification. Flexibility in scheduling is offered with options for casual, part-time, or full-time positions.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Clear Criminal Record check and vulnerable sectors check from within the last 6 months.
• Current Standard First-Aid and CPR certification.
• Registered with the CCA Registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene and grooming to residents.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to infection control policies.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Effective communication

Physically fit

Reliable and punctual

Education

Successful completion or enrollment in a CCA / PSW program

Job description

Overview

Become a Member of the Coast family! We have an inclusive and welcoming work environment with competitive benefits and plenty of learning opportunities. Partnered with retirement homes and long-term care facilities across Nova Scotia, work is practically guaranteed.

Note: Also open to RN, LPN and CCA students

Schedule: Casual, PT, FT positions available

• 8-12 hour shifts
• Days and evenings

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene, oral care, skin care, toileting, bathing, feeding, dressing and grooming
• 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

Qualifications

• Clear Criminal Record check and vulnerable sectors check from within the last 6 months
• Current Standard First-Aid and CPR certification
• Successful completion or enrollment in a CCA / PSW program
• Registered with the CCA Registry
• 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