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Join Our Team as a Continuing Care Assistant!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment? If so, Shiretown Nursing Home is looking for dedicated individuals like you to join our team as Continuing Care Assistants!

About the Company

Shiretown Nursing Home is a respected facility located in the beautiful rural area of Pictou, NS. We are committed to providing exceptional care and support to our residents, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Our team is made up of compassionate professionals who work collaboratively to create a nurturing environment for both residents and staff.

About the Job

As a Continuing Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to our residents. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities, providing emotional support, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. This position is perfect for individuals who are eager to contribute to the health and wellness of our community.

Requirements

• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 1 to less than 7 months

Work Setting

• Rural area
• Nursing home/home for the aged

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Continuing Care Assistant Certification
• Health Care Aide Certificate

Security and Safety

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

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sound discrimination
• Standing for extended periods
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Walking

Personal Suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening Questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Financial Benefits

• As per collective agreement

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available
• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 12 to 30 hours per week

Salary

$18.86 to $23.28 hourly (to be negotiated)

Location

Pictou, NS

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career in health and wellness, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dedicated team at Shiretown Nursing Home!

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.