Long Term Care Assistant - Permanent - Part Time Days/Evenings - Halifax

Northwood; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit care organization in Halifax is seeking a Long Term Care Assistant. The role involves supporting residents in individualized psychosocial activities, assisting with recreation therapy programs, and providing dining support. Candidates should have a GED, and experience in a Long Term Care setting is preferred. This position offers 64 bi-weekly hours on a shift basis, emphasizing community and collaboration. Join Northwood and make a meaningful impact in residents' lives!

Qualifications

• Experience working in Long Term Care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support residents in individualized psychosocial activities under the guidance of the recreation therapy team.
• Implement and assist in house based recreation therapy programs.
• Document on the LTCA documentation sheet 1;1s and program implementation.
• Provide dining room support at resident meal times.
• Assist resident/client to on-site appointments and activities.
• Perform house support duties.
• Carry out video chats with residents and their families.

Education

GED

Job description

Make an Impact. Be Inspired. Join Northwood!

Are you looking for a career where you can make a real impact? At Northwood, care is at the heart of everything we do-but we're also about community, innovation, and creating meaningful connections.

As Atlantic Canada's largest not-for-profit continuing care organization, we are a dynamic team of change makers, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who believe in the power of connection.

When you join Northwood, you become part of a forward-thinking, inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a meaningful next step, you'll find a place to thrive here.

We're committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We recognize that every candidate brings unique strengths, and we strive to create an equitable hiring experience for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please let us know—we're here to support you.

Ready to love what you do? Join Northwood and be part of something bigger!

We are currently accepting applications for Long Term Care Assistant for our Halifax Campus. The LTCA's are part of the team of staff working on the resident house (CCA's, LPN, RN, housekeeping staff, CSA teams) with interactions with a broader interdisciplinary team. They will work closely with the CCAs and recreation therapy programmers to assist the resident to meet their daily goals, as part of the resident care plan.

Qualifications:

• GED
• Experience working in Long Term Care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Support residents in individualized psychosocial activities to meet resident needs outside of personal care activities, under the guidance of the recreation therapy team as per the resident recreation therapy plan.
• Implement and assist in implementation of house based recreation therapy programs. Assist in large group recreation therapy programs both within the facility and in the community.
• Document on the LTCA documentation sheet 1;1s and program implementation
• Provide dining room support at resident meal times. As per the dining support training process. This could include: assists resident/client to dining room; put on clothing protector; cuts up food, and provide assistance with eating under the instruction and guidance of the registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
• Assist resident/client to their scheduled on -site appointments, activities, celebrations and events. The assistance may be in the form of assisted ambulation or transporting based on their safe mobility needs.
• Perform house support duties. Answer call bells, assist in putting clothes away and supporting resident to tidy, organize rooms.
• Carry out video chats with residents and their families.
• Other duties as required.

The LTCA will be expected to shift priorities as the daily needs of the residents, house and team requires. The LTCA's will gain experience and skills working directly with residents living in long term care and working in a collaborative team environment.

Salary: As per Northwood Scale

Hours: 64 hours bi-weekly (8 hour shifts)

Effective: Immediately

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Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.