Continuing Care Assistant (CCA), Home Support - Casual
VON Canada
Louisdale, NS-
Number of positions available : 1
- Salary To be discussed
- Published on November 9th, 2024
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Starting date : 1 position to fill as soon as possible
Description
Requisition Details:
Employment Status:\u00A0Casual
Program Name: Richmond County Home Support
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit:\u00A0NSGEU
On Call:\u00A0No\u00A0
Area of Work: Richmond County
With VON you get to hit the open road, where the scenery and work are different every day.\u00A0 We offer a workplace free from the repetitive and boring, where you know you\u2019ve 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.\u00A0
What we can offer you:
Employment Status:\u00A0Casual
Program Name: Richmond County Home Support
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit:\u00A0NSGEU
On Call:\u00A0No\u00A0
Area of Work: Richmond County
With VON you get to hit the open road, where the scenery and work are different every day.\u00A0 We offer a workplace free from the repetitive and boring, where you know you\u2019ve 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.\u00A0
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\u2019ll 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
- \u2026.and much more
What we need from you:
- Continuing Care Assistant Certification (CCA)
- PSW, HSW, etc. certification from another province or other relevant certification or work experience (who are enrolled in or are eligible to enroll in the Nova Scotia CCA Recognizing Prior Learning (RPL) Program)
- Students in nursing, CCA programs and internationally educated nurses will also be considered
- Current CPR/First Aid required
- A valid driver\u2019s 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)
Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.
Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants):\u00A0If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s).\u00A0 If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its\u2019 discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.\u00A0
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, student, Port Hawkesbury, new grad,\u00A0 CCAIT, CCA in training
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