Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)
Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)
The Birches Nursing Home in Musquodoboit Harbour, NS, Canada
Facility: The Birches Nursing Home
Location: 7702 HWY 7, Musquodoboit Harbour, Nova Scotia
Job Category: Nursing, Healthcare
Position Available: Part-time, Casual
Facility Description:
As a Community Governed Organization and part of the Musquodoboit Harbour community since 1979, The Birches is home to 42 long term care residents who benefit from our focus on resident-centered care and honouring each person’s lifelong routine.
This is made possible through the dedication of fantastic staff from a variety of disciplines, including nursing, continuing care assistants, recreation, maintenance, food services, laundry, housekeeping, and administrative support. Active volunteers also complement our day-to-day work. The Birches is committed to the highest standards of support and services and promotes a health workplace for its 100 staff. The organization fosters a healthy work life balance and uses the latest best practice information at all levels.
JOB SUMMARY:
To perform and assist in all aspects of the personal care of the residents.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification as a Personal Care Worker, Continuing Care Assistant or Home Health Provider is required
- Nursing experience in a long-term care facility
- Good interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work shift work
- Alzheimer and Other Related Dementia Provincial Certificate required
- Demonstrated ability to work with residents with Alzheimer Disease and other related Dementia
- Must provide valid criminal record check and vulnerable record check.
The Birches Offers:
- Free Parking
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Comprehensive Orientation
- A supportive work environment
Salary Range: In accordance with current collective agreement between The Birches
and C.U.P.E. Local 3199
HOURS OF WORK: Days/Evenings/Nights: All Shift Hours - 12 hr / 8hr shifts.
Please note:
· This facility is not located on a bus route. Reliable transportation is required.
· Please be aware that The Birches is a pet friendly environment.
· If the full application form is not completed with all applicable information, your application will not be reviewed.