Job Description

Interested in working in healthcare, but don't know where to start... How about HERE?

We are currently seeking Great People to join our Great Team by participating in our FREE Personal Attendant Training Course! Do you have passion for caring for elderly people? Are you compassionate and honest? Do you want to work in a professional and safe environment? Then Care at Home is the place for you!

Care at Home was officially introduced in 2010 to provide extra care and peace of mind to the residents living in our Shannex facilities and their families. As a part of the Shannex Corporation, the Care at Home Division is located at 156 Parkland Drive, Halifax, NS. We offer 24 hour/7 days a week personal care to the residents within the HRM area.

About the Opportunity

• Course dates... November 1st to 4th
• Course times... 8:30am to 3:30pm
• Guaranteed casual employment upon completion of course
• No experience necessary
• Topics covered:

• Customer and Philosophy of Service
• End of Life Care
• Personal Care
• Body Mechanics
• Health & Wellness Safety
• UFirst Certification (Alzheimer's and Dementia care)
• Join a team of professionals who love what they do
• Work for an established and respected organization who puts residents needs first
• Gain hands on experience and skills to further develop your career
• Work casual hours that allows for a good work/life balance
• Free onsite parking
• Earn a competitive wage ($14.00/hour)

About You

• You demonstrate compassion by showing empathy, you respect the privacy of others, and you take action when necessary.
• You demonstrate honesty by being trustworthy, taking responsibility and communicating clearly.
• You demonstrate professionalism, are proactive, and reliable.
• You demonstrate a commitment to a safe and healthy workplace and can recognize and identify risks.
• You have patience, a positive attitude, and can work independently.
• You can work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and Holidays.

If you are ready to join a team of Great People here Care at Home, 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.