Personal Care Attendant

Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is seeking Personal Care Attendants for The Salvation Army Glenbrook Lodge in a long-term care setting. Positions are on a temporary call-in basis within the Eastern Urban Zone, with a wage of CAD24.32–CAD26.68 per hour reflecting negotiated adjustments.

As valued members of the interprofessional team, PCA’s provide daily living support including nutrition, hygiene, mobility and psychosocial care, under RN/LPN supervision.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved Personal Care Attendant Program or equivalent as determined by the employer.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with residents, families and staff.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize duties.
• Demonstrated record of reliable work performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to residents in daily living with companionship, physical, spiritual and psychosocial care.
• Assist with nutrition, personal hygiene, mobility and daily activities.
• Assist with planning and provide recreational activities; support families and residents for end-of-life issues.
• Escort residents as needed and collaborate with nursing staff.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Independence

Time prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Personal Care Attendant Program

Job description

Zone: Eastern Urban Zone

Location: The Salvation Army Glenbrook Lodge

Personal Care Attendant (8 positions)

Long Term Care

Temp Call-In

CUPE

Hours Based on the needs of the department

Salary CG-24 (CAD24.32 - CAD26.68 per hour) which includes a negotiated wage adjustment

Competition Number VAC0030748

Posted Date 2026-11-04

Closing Date 2026-11-11

Job Summary

Personal Care Attendants are valued members of the interprofessional team in long-term care. They are responsible for providing support to residents in all aspects of daily living through companionship, physical, spiritual, and psychosocial care. This includes, but is not limited to, performing duties related to all aspects of the residents' personal needs (nutrition, personal hygiene, mobility), assisting with planning, and providing various recreational activities, supporting families and residents for end-of-life issues and escorting residents. Duties are performed under the direction of a registered nurse / licensed practical nurse in keeping with the philosophy of resident-centered care.

Long-term care settings are often complex. Residents have diverse needs resulting from such conditions as chronic illness and functional and cognitive impairments. This population includes frail or elderly adults, individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities and/or individuals with mental illness. The work environment is fast paced with frequent contact with the public, residents, and other health professionals.

Job Demands

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):

Regularly lift/move objects/supplies up to 30 lbs. and frequent standing and walking.

Regularly requires a variety of body movement including bending, kneeling, and stretching and pushing and pulling objects using light to medium force.

Data input, visual monitoring and higher than normal levels of attentiveness and attention to the health and safety of others is required in the provision of all forms of care.

Job Qualifications

Successful completion of an approved/recognized Personal Care Attendant Program or other equivalency as determined by the employer. Equivalency may include completion of an adequate portion of the BN or Practical Nurse program to enable the applicant to meet a majority of the duties, responsibilities, and psychomotor competencies of the PCA.

Strong oral and written communication skills, be able to maintain effective working relationships with residents, staff, and families, demonstrate initiative, be able to work independently and prioritize work duties.

A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.