Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) - Casual

VON; Town of Shelburne; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Nova Scotia is seeking a Continuing Care Assistant to provide personal care in client homes, assist with daily living activities, and ensure household safety. Candidates must have CCA certification, a valid driver's license, and be capable of performing physical tasks. Apply now to make a difference in your community.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and vacation time

Tiered benefits (health, dental) & EAP

Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Check required.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to clients in their homes.
• Assist with daily living activities like grooming and bathing.
• Plan and prepare meals and assist with light household duties.

Skills

Continuing Care Assistant Certification (CCA)

CPR / First Aid

Ability to work in healthcare settings

Education

Certification from another province or related healthcare certifications

Enrollment in the Nova Scotia CCA Recognizing Prior Learning Program

Job description

Description

Position at VON Canada (Nova Scotia)

Requisition Details :

Employment Status : Casual

Program : Home Support

Union / Bargaining Unit : NSGEU

On Call : No

Existing Vacancy : Yes – we’re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position

About us :

VON is a non-profit organization that provides clinical, personal, and social support to people who want to live every day to the fullest while remaining in their own homes and communities

With VON you get to hit the open road, where the scenery and work are different every day. We offer a workplace free from the repetitive and boring, where you know you’ve helped someone remain independent and meet some great people along the way. Our CCAs provide care in client homes and other settings in communities across Nova Scotia.

Come for the job, stay for the chance to make a real difference.

What we can offer you :

• Competitive salaries and vacation time
• Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) & an Employee Assistance Program
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution
• Travel compensation
• Comprehensive orientation program
• Opportunity to use your skills and expand your knowledge
• SMART phone provided to keep you connected during work time
• The opportunity to make a difference in your community
• Work with an organization that is 120 years strong

What you’ll be doing :

Work with clients in their homes to provide personal care

Assist with daily living activities, such as grooming, dressing and bathing

Provide respite care

Plan and prepare meals and light household duties

Help with mobility and transfers

Monitor and maintain household safety

and much more

What we need from you :

Continuing Care Assistant Certification (CCA)

PSW, HSW, certification from another province or other related healthcare certifications or experience (who are enrolled in or are eligible to enroll in the Nova Scotia CCA Recognizing Prior Learning (PLAR) Program)

Students in nursing, CCA programs, and internationally educated nurses will also be considered

Current CPR / First Aid required

A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required

A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are required, a Vulnerable Sector Search may also be required

Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Are you working in healthcare or a related field and interested in starting a career as a Continuing Care Assistant? Work with us while you are completing the RPL Program!

Funding is available through the Department of Health and Wellness for the Recognized Prior Learning (RPL) Program.

What is the RPL Program?

The CCA-RPL program recognizes knowledge, skills, and attitudes gained through on-the-job training, formal education, and life experiences to be assessed for credit awarded towards CCA program education. For more information about the program and available funding, please contact :

CCA Recognizing Prior Learning (RPL) Program

Funding for CCA Programs at community colleges

Funding is also available for the Continuing Care Assistant Program at community colleges across Nova Scotia. The Nova Scotia Government covers tuition and most program costs for eligible applicants. Please contact your local college for more details.

Working conditions and physical demands : This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements

VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do.