Continuing Care Assistants - Bedford, Canada - Northwood

Northwood

Verified Company

Bedford, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

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
Bedford team for the position of
Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)

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Qualifications:

A graduate of an approved CCA/PCW program with NS provincial certification. Nova Scotia CCA Provincial Exam, or CCA Equivalency; or,
CCA students who have completed their second mentorship
Students currently enrolled in LPN or RN programs
PSWs, IENs (Internationally Educated Nurse), Health Care Aides or other applicable course
Individuals who are currently registered with the PLAR program with NSHA
Current Standard First-Aid and CPR required
Previous related experience preferred
Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and clinical skills
Able to work flexible hours and shifts including weekends and holidays
Able to maintain regular and consistent attendance

Responsibilities:

Responsible for providing service to residents in accordance with the individual care plan
Performs light housekeeping duties (e.g. tidy room, clean closets, hang clothing)
Assists residents with meals and between meal refreshments
Provides respite change to families and care givers
Engages residents/families in leisure/recreational activities on unit
Facilitates resident/family participation in recreation programs
Provides opportunities for residents/families to interact with the environment in which they live/visit

Salary /Benefits:
NSGEU Collective Agreement

Effective:
Immediately

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

If this exciting opportunity interests you please click "Apply" now.
**_ Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only selected applicants for an interview will be contacted._