Long Term Care Assistant

Shannex Incorporated; Greenwich; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $20.48–$20.80 CAD

Health, vision, and dental benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Life, travel, and other insurances

RRSP program (5% employer matching)

Vacation accrual

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks program discounts

Continuing education and training

Opportunities for sector innovation

Recognition and Rewards for service

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated in Greenwich, Nova Scotia, is looking for a Long-Term Care Assistant to provide companionship, support, and daily living assistance to residents at Blomidon Court. You will respond to call bells, help with meals and recreation, assist with mobility and daily activities under nursing direction, and help maintain a safe, comfortable environment.

Grade 12 education, willingness to train, and clear background checks are required; shift flexibility across days, evenings,

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education or non-academic equivalent
• Must be willing to gain training related to role as per the facility’s policy and guidelines and as reflected in the job duties
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment
• Previous work experience that is client focused, safety minded, and covers a broad skillset
• Available to work shifts on days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Previous experience in senior care, group home, caring for a family member/friend will be considered an asset.
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

Responsibilities

• Spending one on one time with residents to provide company, meaningful and appropriate conversation and support
• Answering call bells and redirecting residents when appropriate
• Supporting residents in recreation programming
• Assisting residents with eating under the direction of nursing staff
• Monitoring points of entry
• Assisting with family visits, meal services, daily activities and other tasks such as using technology
• Performing light housekeeping duties for residents (bed making, linen delivery, cleaning)
• Escorts residents to and from dining areas as required
• Sets and clears tables, pours beverages, and delivers meals to residents as required.
• Under the direction of nursing staff, assists residents at mealtimes
• Performs light housekeeping duties in resident rooms such as tidying residents’/clients’ rooms and collecting the garbage, cleaning closets, hanging clothing, making beds, cleaning wash basins, dental care cups, etc.

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.

We are searching for a Long-Term Care Assistant to join our Blomidon Court team based in Greenwich, Nova Scotia.

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: $20.48 - $20.80
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, 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

• Spending one on one time with residents to provide company, meaningful and appropriate conversation and support
• Answering call bells and redirecting residents when appropriate
• Supporting residents in recreation programming
• Assisting residents with eating under the direction of nursing staff
• Monitoring points of entry
• Assisting with family visits, meal services, daily activities and other tasks such as using technology
• Performing light housekeeping duties for residents (bed making, linen delivery, cleaning)
• Escorts residents to and from dining areas as required
• Sets and clears tables, pours beverages, and delivers meals to residents as required.
• Under the direction of nursing staff, assists residents at mealtimes
• Performs light housekeeping duties in resident rooms such as tidying residents’/clients’ rooms and collecting the garbage, cleaning closets, hanging clothing, making beds, cleaning wash basins, dental care cups, etc.

About You

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

• Grade 12 education or non-academic equivalent
• Must be willing to gain training related to role as per the facility’s policy and guidelines and as reflected in the job duties. Examples could include, but not limited to, environmental hazard awareness (WHMIS); infection control practices, nonviolent crisis intervention, dementia awareness and food safety.
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment
• Previous work experience that is client focused, safety minded, and covers a broad skillset
• Available to work shifts on days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Previous experience in senior care, group home, caring for a family member/friend will be considered an asset.
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care