Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) - Part-time 0.75

VON Canada; Greenwood; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team where your role as a Continuing Care Assistant will make a significant impact in the lives of clients across Nova Scotia. This position offers the chance to provide essential personal care and support in a variety of settings, ensuring that individuals can maintain their independence. With a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings, and weekends, you will enjoy a dynamic work environment that values your contributions. The organization boasts a rich history of 125 years, and you will be part of a compassionate team committed to making a real difference in the community. Embrace this opportunity to grow your skills while providing vital care to those in need.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Vacation time

Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD)

Employee Assistance Program

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Travel compensation

Comprehensive orientation program

Opportunity to expand knowledge

Qualifications

• Certification as a Continuing Care Assistant is essential.
• CPR/First Aid certification and a valid driver's license are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Plan meals and perform light household duties.
• Monitor household safety and assist with mobility.

Skills

Continuing Care Assistant Certification (CCA)

CPR/First Aid

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Grooming and dressing assistance

Meal planning and preparation

Education

Certification from PSW, HSW, or equivalent

Nursing student or internationally educated nurse

Tools

SMART phone

Job description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Permanent, Part-time (0.75 FTE)
Program Name: Home Support
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 60
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit: NSGEU
On Call: No
Location: Annapolis & Kings County, NS

Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.

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 125 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, etc. certification from another province or other relevant certification or work experience (who are enrolled in or are eligible to enroll in the Nova Scotia CCA Recognizing Prior Learning (RPL) 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

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Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.