Personal Support Worker - Casual

Carecor Health Services Ltd.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing provider in Halifax is looking for dedicated Care Team Assistants to enhance patient care in hospitals. Responsibilities include performing observational care under nursing staff direction for 8-12 hour shifts. Candidates must hold a related certification and provide proof of immunizations and a recent TB test. This role offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, and benefits, all within a supportive work environment. Join us to take control of your healthcare career.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Employee benefits program

Qualifications

• Must have current BCLS-HCP certification.
• Proof of current immunization for MMRV, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, and Covid-19 is required.
• Must have a doctor’s confirmation of negative TB test or chest x-ray.

Responsibilities

• Perform observational care and create a supportive environment for patients.
• Work 8-12 hour shifts at assigned healthcare facilities.
• Assist nursing staff with various patient care activities.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Continuing Care Assistant (CTA) or Care Team Assistant (CCA) certificate

Internationally Educated Nurse (IEN) in bridging program

Job description

Carecor is looking for dedicated and compassionate Care Team Assistants to join our amazing team working in Halifax Regional Municipality and surrounding area hospitals. We’re ready when you are!

Under the direction of facility nursing staff, you will perform floor and observational care duties - helping to create an environment that promotes optimal physical, social, and emotional well‑being for patients. For each assignment, you will be in one facility for a full 8-12 hour shift.

Why Join Us

• Join for the job, stay for the experience – Carecor is a first‑choice healthcare staffing provider, holding contracts with hospital sites throughout Nova Scotia which provide a safe and fully supported work environment.
• Get the shifts you want when you want – We empower you to take charge of your career by providing flexible schedules to match your changing personal and professional needs. Our experienced staffing coordinators, many of whom are previous healthcare workers, understand your needs first‑hand and will match you with the best shifts.
• Competitive benefits - Working in an industry that is focused on taking care of others, we are proud to help take care of you. Enjoy competitive pay and an employee group benefits program to suit your health, dental, and life insurance needs.
• Be your best self – We care about your well‑being. Our team is dedicated to building strong relationships with our people by actively listening to needs and providing tools, guidance, and support to be successful.

Qualifications

Our “exemplary standing” with Accreditation Canada is held to the highest regard and is a testament to the fact that we uphold the same hiring standards and patient care delivery as the facilities in which we serve.

• Continuing Care Assistant (CTA), Care Team Assistant (CCA) certificate OR Internationally Educated Nurse (IEN) currently enrolled in a bridging program and is in the process of attaining RN licensure or LPN licensure with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing
• Proof of current immunization for measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, hepatitis B and Covid‑19
• Proof of negative TB skin test within the past one (1) year or negative chest x‑ray within the past five (5) years
• Current BCLS-HCP (HealthCare Provider)
• Current N95 Mask Fit Test Certificate
• Willing to undergo Vulnerable Sector Police Check as a condition of hire

About Us

For over 35 years, proudly helping healthcare workers take control of their career.

Carecor Health Services Ltd. (Carecor) is a subsidiary of Bayshore HealthCare, a leading provider of home and community health care services.

Carecor is in accordance with provincial Accessibility regulations as well as Provincial Human Rights Code legislation.

We thank all applicants who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.