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continuing care assistant
Title posted on indeed.com - Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)
Posted on May 15, 2024 by Employer details Dykeland Lodge
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_*Dykeland Lodge*_ is a home-like long term care facility located in beautiful Windsor, Nova Scotia. We are committed to adding life to years by providing quality, compassionate, resident-centered care by a dedicated, competent and valued team. *Job Title:* Casual CCA (FT and PT positions available also) *Care Approach:* * We believe in a resident focused model of care * We recognize the importance of providing a safe and supportive environment * We ensure that staff is equipped and striving to put the resident at the center of their care * We aim to maximize resident independence and abilities while providing quality, compassionate, holistic care * We recognize and respect privacy and confidentiality *Job Description: *Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, CCA assists all residents in accordance with their care plans and activities of daily living. *Education Preferred:* * Successful completion of CCA/PCW course * Standard First Aid or Basic Life Support- CPR/Choking Adult * Experience in long term care or similar environment is considered an asset * Alzheimer's Disease Course preferred * Will hire PCW working towards CCA Certification once Clinical Placement has begun * Will accept RN, LPN and CCA students *Competencies:* * CCAs will work within their Scope of Practice * Ability to work 8-hr and/or 12-hr shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays included) * Personal care of residents, including restorative care and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs * Effective communication both written and verbal in English * Possesses exemplary Customer Service skills * Reliable with good attendance and cheerful disposition * Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy in all aspects of the organization * Must take initiative and able to work with minimum supervision * Respectful and hardworking team player * Demonstrate the use of proper body mechanics * Maintain a clean and sanitary environment * Police check and Vulnerable Sector Screening Request in the *last 3 months* is required *What We Offer YOU:* * Comprehensive Package for *qualified* employees (Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension) * Comprehensive Orientation * Employee and Family Assistance Program * A supportive work environment * Referral/Incentive Program * "Kudos" Internal Recognition Program * CCA Week Recognition * Employee Recognition Gathering (BBQ, Christmas Party, Potlucks) * Reduced pricing for meals from our kitchen * Free parking * Free access to current e-learning through SURGE as well as opportunities to take part in job related training and development * *Join us now and move with us to our brand-new, world class facility (Groundbreaking on June 11, 2024)!* * Successful candidates who may be relocating and accept an offer of employment with a Continuing Care Employer/Dykeland Lodge in Windsor, NS may be eligible for Relocation Funds *As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, we require all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.* *Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or have the proper documentation that allows employment in Canada (Canadian Residency or Citizenship)* Dykeland Lodge is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify. Job Type: Casual Pay: From $22.22 per hour Benefits: * Company events * Company pension * Disability insurance * Discounted or free food * Employee assistance program * Life insurance * On-site parking * Vision care Schedule: * 12 hour shift * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Evening shift * Holidays * Night shift Work Location: In person- LocationWindsor, NS
- Salary$22.22HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Casual employment
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9280255931
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