Continuing Care Assistant - Caledonia, Canada - North Queens Nursing Home

North Queens Nursing Home

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Caledonia, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Full Time/Part Time/Casual CCA Job Posting

The Continuing Care Assistant will provide care for residents at North Queens Nursing Home, including, but not limited to; personal care, assistance with activities of daily living, assistance with meals, mobilization, support for those living with dementia and/or mental illness, documentation and all other duties as outlined in the CCA job description.

The CCA will demonstrate professionalism and respect and adhere to North Queens Nursing Home policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Recognized CCA certificate or as per the provincial DHW CCA Education Entry to Practice Program Policy
Experience and interest working with the elderly and commitment to resident centred care philosophy
Physically able to perform the duties of the position as outlined in the CCA functional job analysis for North Queens Nursing Home
Ability to do shift work including 12 hour and 8hour shifts on days and nights, weekends and holidays
Alzheimer's and Related Dementia Care course and or Gentle Persuasive Approach course are an asset
Capabilities to work with with agitated, confused, aggressive or hostile behaviour of residents. Ability to work in an environment with resident cats and therapy dogs/ other pets and exposure to medications, contaminated equipment, and chemicals.
Excellent communication skills with residents, families and other team members. Ability and confidence to take a leadership role
Regular attendance in current and previous employment

Sarah Maclachlan

Director of Care

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Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Part-time hours: 12-40 per week

Salary:
$22.25-$24.09 per hour

Benefits: