Join the Northwood team!

Since 1962, Northwood has led the way as Nova Scotia's most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and is recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love! When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people!

We are looking for a dynamic individual to be a part of our Home Support Cluster Care team for the position of Continuing Care Assistant (CCA).

Cluster Care Pilot - Gordon B. Isnor Manor - Nora Bernard Street

The Cluster Care Pilot seeks to positively impact the health of Nova Scotians living in public housing by building on the existing Provincial Homecare Program.

The Cluster Care team will support individuals with additional programs offering physical and social opportunities and help reduce barriers to accessing other continuing care services. For example, you could be supporting someone by accompanying them to an appointment, helping put away their groceries, supporting them with activities of daily living or participating in a social or wellness program with the individual. At times, you may also be assigned clients receiving Homecare as well.

This is a hybrid opportunity where you are able to support older adults to live more in their community. Northwood will be providing community support services for the Gordon B. Isnor Manor; this is a pilot program running for 12 months with a possible extension. The pilot will be set on a rotation including weekends, the hours will be determined by the need from the building and operational requirements, the shifts will be day/early evening. Flexibility will be required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care (e.g., bathing, dressing, grooming)
• Perform light housekeeping duties
• Meal preparation
• Provide respite for families and care givers
• Documentation (e.g., reporting client concerns, progress notes, incident reports)
• Support recreational/well-being activities and programs
• Accompany client to medical or other essential appointments
• Provide services to clients as per individual care plans developed by Supervisor
• Completes other tasks as required.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a recognized CCA program.
• Provincial CCA certification.
• Home Support Basic Training Certificate
• Current Standard First Aid/CPR
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, families, visitors, and coworkers.
• Good organizational skills and a strong customer service (client/ family) focus required.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis according to the Northwood Corporate Standards.
• Demonstrated use of proper body mechanics and ability to perform heavy lifting.
• Knowledge of / experience working in a team-based, person-centered approach to care.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Salary /Benefits: $26.29 per hour

Effective: ASAP

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly ( 8 hour shifts, 10-6 )

Job Type: Full-time, Fixed term contract (Contract length: 12 months)

To learn more about Northwood please visit our website www.northwoodcare.ns.ca.

Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please be advised that these are all Non-Unionized positions. Current Unionized employees interested in this role can apply for a temporary leave of absence from their current role.

Flexible language requirement: French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Do you require PR Assistance?

Education:

• DCS / DEC (required)

Experience:

• Home Care: 2 years (required)
• Licence/Certification:
• CPR C and First Aid Certificate (required)
• Provincial CCA Certificate (required)

Work Location: In person