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Continuing Care Assistant

Shannex Incorporated
CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/14/2025 CLOSED ON 4/7/2025

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Job Number : J- Job Title : Continuing Care Assistant Job Category : Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) / Personal Support Worker (PSW) Job Type : Permanent Full Time Work Location : Parkstone Number of Positions : 4

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 Continuing Care Assistant to join our PARKSTONE ENHANCED CARE team based in HALIFAX, 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 :

  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) 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
  • 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

  • Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as : bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment;
  • Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan;
  • Assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities on a daily basis;
  • Assists with light housekeeping duties;
  • Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice;
  • Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor.
  • About You

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

  • You have a valid Continuing Care Certification or Provincial Personal Care Worker course or equivalent;
  • You are registered in Nova Scotia’s CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry Act
  • You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays,
  • You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening;
  • Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course considered an asset;
  • Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset
  • Valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred.
  • A passion for the healthcare sector and / or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care
  • About Us

    It all began in when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

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