About Us

This Carter House provides a holistic and evidence-based approach to address the complex needs of families experiencing trauma and substance abuse disorder while focusing on delivering outcomes and recovery-based care. Our approach emphasizes a multi-disciplinary, person-centered, and family-focused model to address the diverse needs of those seeking recovery in Saskatchewan.

Continuing Care Aid :

The CCA will be responsible for the care pertaining to each family from the time of admission to the discharge. The CCA documentation will work closely with each family and support all aspects of the care plan and the recovery journey and will assist the care team with identifying and addressing risk factors associated with each family. The CCA is responsible for ensuring that all duties are completed to the standards of the organization. The CCA will report to the Shift Supervisor as the primary Supervisor.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Reports to the Shift Supervisor and Registered Nurse for day-to-day operations
Assist the Shift Supervisor, Registered Nurse, and therapists in ensuring the daily treatment schedule is adhered to by clients
Coaching parents in personal care related to their children including: grooming, bathing, personal hygiene, toileting, wound care, and nutrition.
Assist Registered Nurse or Shift Supervisor with and support residents with medication adherence.
Work with residents on goals and care plans aimed at recovery and management of their substance use disorders
Build rapport with residents and provide therapeutic interactions for multiple issues affecting their ability to cope and manage in the community.
Advocate on behalf of residents for additional service and resources, as required.
Establish and maintain current, accurate, confidential charting and documentation for each resident.
Assist with transition plans into the community set by the client and care team.
Follow medical instructions carefully and consistently.
Manage any unanticipated events or unstable situations.
Support other departments within The Carter House with additional duties such as cleaning and maintenance.

Educational Requirements:
Certificate in Continuing Care Assistant or equivalent certification or diploma
Must retain active CPR and First Aid certification.
Must retain Food Safety Certificate

Work Experience:
Experience in a healthcare setting, such as a mental health facility, addiction treatment centre, nursing home, or community health organization.
Experience in direct patient, client and family care roles.
Understanding of charting and documentation standards in a healthcare environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour

Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
On-site parking
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Night shift
Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-05-03