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Join Our Team as a Continuing Care Assistant!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? MacLeod House Baddeck is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team as Continuing Care Assistants. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to providing exceptional care, we want to hear from you!

About the Job

As a Continuing Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of our residents in a nursing home/home for the aged setting. This temporary position offers flexible hours ranging from 20 to 40 hours per week, allowing you to balance your work and personal life effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance to residents
• Support daily living activities and promote independence
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for residents
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality care

Requirements

• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 20 to 40 hours per week
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 1 to less than 7 months or equivalent experience

Work Setting

• Located in a rural area
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Nursing home/home for the aged

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Continuing Care Assistant Certification
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check
• Adult Abuse Registry check

Transportation/Travel Information

• Own transportation required

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding role
• Manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours and sound discrimination
• Standing for extended periods, with a combination of sitting, standing, and walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling, and walking

Personal Suitability

• Client focus and dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills and excellent oral communication
• Flexibility, initiative, and interpersonal awareness
• Strong judgement, organization, and reliability
• Team player with a positive attitude

Screening Questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is your current level of study?

Financial Benefits

• As per collective agreement

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available on-site

Salary

$17.56 to $23.27 hourly (to be negotiated)

Location

Port Hawkesbury, NS

Join us at MacLeod House Baddeck and be part of a team that values compassion, dedication, and excellence in care. We look forward to welcoming you!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.