Continuing Care Assistant - Truro, Canada - VON Canada (Nova Scotia)

VON Canada (Nova Scotia)

Verified Company

Truro, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status:
Casual

Program:
Home Support

Work Schedule:
Days, with evening and weekend availability. Site-specific requirements are to be discussed upon interview.

Union/Bargaining Unit:

NSGEU
Location(s): Truro, Colchester & East Hants County

With VON you get to hit the open road, where the scenery and work are different every day.

We offer a workplace free from the repetitive and boring, where you know you've helped someone remain independent, and meet some great people along the way.

Our CCAs provide care in client homes and other settings in communities across Nova Scotia.

Come for the job, stay for the chance to make a real difference.

What we can offer you:

Competitive salaries and vacation time
Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) & an Employee Assistance Program
Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution
Travel compensation
Comprehensive orientation program
Opportunity to use your skills and expand your knowledge
SMART phone provided to keep you connected during work time
The opportunity to make a difference in your community
Work with an organization that is 120 years strong

What you'll be doing:

Work with clients in their homes to provide personal care
Assist with daily living activities, such as grooming, dressing and bathing
Provide respite care
Plan and prepare meals and light household duties
Help with mobility and transfers
Monitor and maintain household safety

- .and much more

What we need from you:

Currently enrolled in a CCA program
Continuing Care Assistant Certification (CCA) or PSW, HSW, certification from another province or other related healthcare certifications or experience(who are enrolled in or are eligible to enroll in the Nova Scotia CCA Recognizing Prior Learning (PLAR) Program)
Students in nursing, CCA programs, and internationally educated nurses will also be considered
Current CPR/First Aid required
A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are required, a Vulnerable Sector Search may also be required
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

About us:

VON is a non-profit organization that provides clinical, personal and social support to people who want to
_live every day to the fullest_ while remaining in their own homes and communities

Other terms commonly searched for this type of opportunity: Continuing Care Assistant, CCA, Personal Support Worker, care assistant, nursing assistant, health care aid, home care_