Long Term Care Assistant (LTCA)

Long Term Care Assistant (LTCA)

Department: Nursing

Union: Unionized

Position: 1.0 FTE, Permanent

Hours of Work: 10:00 - 18:00 with alternating weekends

Responsible to: Nurse Manager, RN Supervisor and LPN Team Lead

Rate of pay: $18.77

What You'll Be Doing:

Resident Care & Support

• Help with unit tasks like bed-making, laundry, and passing fluids
• Assist with meals: delivering trays and offering eating support
• Support mobility needs including transfers, lifts, and repositioning
• Escort residents to meals, appointments, and activities
• Provide companionship, including sitting vigil with palliative residents
• Respond to call bells and notify staff when additional support is needed

Infection Control & Environment

• Clean/disinfect high-touch surfaces and resident areas
• Manage supplies in bathing areas and sanitize equipment
• Label resident belongings with heat press (as applicable)
• Assist with internal room transfers for residents

Communication & Team Collaboration

• Maintain respectful, open communication with team members
• Promptly report changes in resident condition or concerns

Administrative & Other Duties

• Shred documents, organize binders, and help with clerical tasks
• Support nursing staff within scope of training or delegated tasks
• Take on other responsibilities as directed to support smooth unit operations

What You Bring:

• Completion of Grade 10 or higher
• Strong interpersonal skills and compassion for seniors
• Excellent communication (verbal and non-verbal)
• A positive, team-focused attitude
• Flexibility to adapt to changing resident needs or routines
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs and perform role duties
• Clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Previous long-term care experience is an asset

Perks & Benefits

We take care of our team the same way we take care of our residents:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Lumino Virtual Health Care - convenient access to healthcare professionals
• NSHEPP Pension Plan - secure and reliable retirement savings
• $4.00 Staff Lunches - healthy, affordable meals on-site
• Health & Wellness Committee - wellness initiatives, activities, and staff recognition
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - confidential support for you and your family
• 10% Off at Larry's Pharmacy - exclusive savings for staff
• Perkopolis Membership - discounts on travel, entertainment, and more
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time - balance work and personal life

To see a full job description or apply: email [email protected]