Long Term Care Assistant

Cape Breton, NS - Bible Hill, NS, Canada

Job Description


If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living\xe2\x84\xa2.

We are searching for a Long-Term Care Assistant to join our Vimy Court team based in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you\'ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

  • Free onsite parking
  • Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
  • Access to continuing education and training through Shannex\'s Centre of Excellence
  • Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
About the Opportunity
  • Spending one on one time with residents to provide company, meaningful and appropriate conversation and support
  • Answering call bells and redirecting residents when appropriate
  • Supporting residents in recreation programming
  • Assisting residents with eating under the direction of nursing staff
  • Employee screening including measuring and recording temperatures
  • Promoting and enforcing social distancing protocols
  • Monitoring points of entry
  • Assisting with family visits, meal services, daily activities and other tasks such as using technology
  • Performing light housekeeping duties for residents (bed making, linen delivery, cleaning)
About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
  • A post-secondary education, a valid First Aid & CPR certificate, food handler\'s certificate, and/or experience working in a healthcare environment
  • Ability to provide a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening upon hire
  • Previous work experience that is client focused, safety minded, and covers a broad skillset
  • Available to work shifts on days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • You are adaptable, friendly, and eager to provide assistant where necessary
  • A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care
About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you\'re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Shannex

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2264813
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Breton, NS - Bible Hill, NS, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned